What are the responsibilities and job description for the Residential counselor position at Northeast Center for Youth & Families, Inc. (NCYF)?
Residential Counselors work closely with our residents in therapeutic group homes while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries.
New employees will gradually assimilate into the NCYF culture, and we will work with you to help you develop your competencies so that you can fully enjoy our collaborative efforts.
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You will work directly with youth to implement treatment plans, lead / model activities of daily living, and support the treatment philosophy of the program, centered around the trauma-informed care model.
People who enjoy providing therapeutic care to youth who are challenged by past childhood experiences are most successful in this role of Residential Counselor.
NCYF provides robust and comprehensive benefits to our staff. Our package includes, but is not limited to : medical, dental, vision and life insurance;
medical / dependent care flexible spending accounts, 401K, paid sick time, paid vacations, paid personal days, tuition reimbursement and more!
NCYF is committed to equal opportunity, a diverse workforce, and an inclusive environment. We work to recruit, develop, train, and retain the most talented and engaged people from a diverse candidate pool.
Requirements :
- High School Diploma or equivalent with experience in the field; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Demonstrate a working knowledge of the principles of trauma-informed care.
- Adult & Child CPR / First Aid / AED certification preferred (we will train staff).
- Must possess a valid driving license.
- Reliable transportation required.
- Must be at least 21 years old.
- Approved CORI, DCF and driving background checks required.
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Last updated : 2024-10-05