HCBS Residential House Counselor

Youth Haven Services residential program has a full time opening for a second shift house counselor. Hours are 3pm-11pm Monday-Friday at our Winston-Salem, NC location. Our Residential Program serves clients in DSS custody and care who are need of placement. The main function of the home will be to provide a safe therapeutic environment while a long-term placement can be secured.

Position Summary:

Residential House Counselor provides direct care and rehabilitative services for clients in the residential program. Provides behavioral modification interventions as outlined in their Person-Centered Plan. Responsible for the overall safety and welfare of clients.

Qualifications:

Education Years of Related Experience Minimum Preferred Minimum Preferred High  School Graduate / EquivalentX0-1XProfessional Certification1-3XTechnical School / 1 Year College3-5

Technical School / 2 Years College / Associate’s Degree5-8

Bachelor’s Degree8-10

Master’s Degree
10+Advanced Licensure Please see the essential job responsibilities and description below:

Essential

Job Duties % of Time
1.Provide clients with skill building activities such as independent living skills, socialization, adaptation and symptom monitoring / management skills
35%2.Provide therapeutic mentoring, anger management and social skills training. Provide behavioral modifications as approved and outlined in their person-centered plans. Review client information and person-centered plans to understand needs, limitations, strengths and goals of individuals served.
35%3.Responsible for shift cleaning, meal prep, bed checks. Transport clients as needed and necessary.
15%4.Complete documentation [on client progress] as outlined by program guidelines on a timely basis. Maintain all other records and complete paperwork as required
10%6.Other duties as assigned/required#IND
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