Overnight Youth Counselor

CJR•Winsted, CT

19h•Onsite

About The Position

The Youth Counselor position will provide direct care, supervise, and assist the adolescents (during school and group times), and act as a role model reinforcing the adolescent’s individualized treatment plan. In addition, the Youth Mentor will facilitate groups as appropriate and will conduct therapeutic programming under the supervision of the Clinician and Shift Supervisor. The Youth Mentor must be sensitive to unique issues such as mental health, suicide and contraband.

Requirements

Minimum 6 months of experience working with youth, at-risk or court-involved adolescents - Required
High school diploma or equivalent - Required
A valid driver’s license to utilize a company provided vehicle during work hours - Required
Ability to work shift listed below

Nice To Haves

Associates Degree or 60 college credits preferred
Excellent interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

Ensure physical safety of youth and provide Crisis Intervention
Routine counts to make sure clients are present and safe
Routine bed checks to ensure youth are present in their beds
Maintain a professional relationship with youth maintaining proper physical boundaries
Plan and lead organized daily activities and facilitate groups
Conduct therapeutic programing including Restorative Justice Practices and DBT-Lite
Interpret program to youth and family
Complete all written reports as assigned
Be aware and assure safety of youth with special needs physical or emotional
Provide transportation to clients and families as needed
Maintain Administration of Medication Certification
Reinforce and role model youth’s individual needs plan
Regular and consistent attendance

Benefits

Low-cost Medical Insurance Plan option
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance offered after 30 days of employment
Company Paid Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Generous Paid Vacation Package (unused time eligible for carry over)
Generous Paid Sick Time (unused time eligible for carry over)
Paid Holiday Time (separate from vacation time)
Floating Holidays (separate from paid vacation time and paid holiday time)
Annual monetary incentives
Tuition Assistance
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match
Career Growth Opportunities
Company Celebrations & Employee Recognition Program
Employee discounts (cell phone, computer)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Qualified Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Employer Federal Student Aid
10%-20% tuition discount at many local educational institutions, including those listed by the CT Nonprofit Alliance