Youth Counselor

Hanna Boys Center•Sonoma, CA

About The Position

The Youth Counselor (YC) assists, guides, supervises, and models the daily living experience for the residents of Hanna Center. The YC is responsible for teaching and being a role model of the Core Values: Faith, Education and Caring, to the residents. The YC also coordinates cottage activities and guides the daily living experiences of the residents.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree preferably in the Human Services area or equivalent verified experience working in Child Care/Youth Residential setting
Commitment to ongoing professional development.
Demonstrated ability to work with a multicultural and diverse group of students.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Must be 21 years of age or older
Must successfully complete: Mandated Child Abuse Reporting, Ethical Standards, and Crossing Boundaries of Employee Conduct.
Must successfully complete 8- and 16-hour Department of Social Services Assessment.
Must have a valid Driver’s License and ability to be insured by Company policy.
Must clear background check for a Community Care Licensed facility, including physical, TB, and drug test.

Responsibilities

Respect and support the Center’s faith, education and caring values.
Able to work with of the participants in their assigned Group Home and implement Trauma Informed best practices.
Acts as a positive adult role model in all areas by demonstrating and developing positive interactive relationships while establishing clear boundaries for the participants.
Maintain a therapeutic environment for the participants.
Maintain a clean and orderly home.
Assist residents with schoolwork.
Teach hygiene skills and other socially appropriate skills to residents.
Observe safety rules and emergency procedures.
Chart and administer medications as directed.
Attend weekly in-service training and apply principles learned in meetings.
Maintain daily written log.
Communicate with team members and other Center personnel as needed to ensure all information is relayed professionally and as appropriate.
De-escalate crisis situations as they arise and implement crisis intervention skills as needed.
Plan new activities and trips.
Other duties as assigned.