Youth Counselor -Crisis Program-Asleep Overnights-Bloomington

Mt Olivet Rolling Acres•Bloomington, MN

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Youth Counselor supports youth experiencing mental health crises in children’s crisis settings, providing community-based support as an alternative to living in a hospital, hotel, or detention center. The counselor implements interventions in each youth’s therapeutic support plan and participates in daily activities, including assistance with hygiene and other daily tasks, cooking, maintaining schedules, community outings, and behavior support. The role also involves trauma-informed, person-centered care; supporting youth in identifying triggers and using coping strategies; leading DBT groups; and helping youth stabilize and transition to a long-term living option. Counselors work with families, guardians, workers, coworkers, and the broader care team, and help maintain a safe, clean home environment. They support healthcare management, administer and document medications and other prescribed care, complete required documentation and training, and follow company policies and licensing standards. The schedule is 7 days on and 7 days off, from 10 p.m. to 8 a.m. The shift is asleep from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. and awake from 6 a.m. to 8 a.m. The listed base rate is $25.00 per hour. A $2.00-per-hour weekend differential applies to hours between Friday at 10 p.m. and Sunday at 10 p.m.; a $1.00-per-hour overnight differential applies between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m. Sleep hours are paid at $12.41 per hour when assigned. A $1,500 retention bonus is offered for full-time employees, paid over one year.

Requirements

Must be 21 years or older.
High school diploma or GED.
Experience with youth in a residential, shelter, or crisis program.
Pass the Department of Human Services background check and maintain qualified status.
Ability to meet the company’s physical job demands.
If using a personal vehicle for company business, have a current valid driver’s license and insurance required by state law.
Successfully complete the provided Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) training with a score of at least 70% within the first two months of employment.
Successfully complete Medication Administration class with a score of at least 80%.
Regularly pass medications using the correct procedure without error.
Demonstrate basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

Engage with clients in daily activities and manage behavior according to each client’s individual plan and needs.
Apply a trauma-informed approach in interactions with clients and coworkers.
Maintain open communication with coworkers and contribute to a healthy, supportive work environment.
Attend team and client meetings.
Treat people respectfully across differences in gender, race, age, culture, ethnicity, class, religion, disability, and gender identity.
Ensure client safety by implementing behavior interventions described in therapeutic support plans.
Take clients into the community, including driving them during daytime and nighttime, and model safe and appropriate social skills.
Maintain appropriate boundaries with clients.
Maintain a clean and safe home by following on-shift policies and procedures.
Work with clients’ identified supports, including families, guardians, and workers, to encourage communication and healthy relationships.
Support clients in identifying triggers and using coping strategies to stabilize and transition to a long-term living option.
Lead and teach DBT groups for youth on shift.
Participate in recreation activities, games, and events at the home.
Complete required shift documentation and oversee house and client documentation in coordination with the Program Supervisor.
Assist with daily housekeeping and household maintenance.
Implement programs in accordance with the Coordinated Service and Support Plan (CSSP), CSSP Addendum (CSSP-A), and Individual Abuse Prevention Plan.
Provide person-centered services through practice, actions, and language.
Administer and document prescribed medications, treatments, diets, and exams as directed by the CSSP and CSSP-A; follow medication administration guidelines.
Maintain confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA and MORA policies and procedures.
Prepare meals according to planned menus and complete weekly food ordering as needed or scheduled.
Read and follow company policies and procedures.
Check MORA email each shift and use SharePoint and Microsoft Teams as needed to complete documentation and stay current on MORA and client information.
Complete mandatory training required by MORA or 245D regulations, including applicable Medical Coordinator trainings and drop-ins.
Contribute to clients’ overall healthcare management with the Lead Youth Counselor.
Ensure fire and weather drills are completed at licensing-required frequencies unless appropriately delegated.
Cross-train at multiple Crisis programs to support youth and staffing-ratio needs.
Collaborate with the team on other duties as assigned or needed.

Benefits

Medical insurance with a company-sponsored health reimbursement account and health savings account.
Dental insurance.
Life insurance coverage options for employees, spouses, and children.
Long-term disability coverage.
Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care.
403B retirement plan with matching after one year of employment.
Paid time off of up to three weeks annually, increasing after the first year of employment.
Opportunity to use the company’s private vacation property west of Duluth in McGregor, Minnesota.
Awards for outstanding employee performance and promotion opportunities.
Tuition reimbursement and scholarship opportunities.
Advancement opportunities; the organization promotes from within.
$1,500 retention bonus for full-time employees, paid over one year.