Residential Counselor (1st Shift)

Three Rivers Midlands is a comprehensive behavioral health facility treating children and adolescents through residential and Rehabilitative Behavioral Health Services (RBH). We treat males and females ages 6-21 for a wide spectrum of psychiatric issues, addictive behaviors, and chemical dependency related illnesses.

About the role

The Residential Counselor (RC) works closely with all members of the residential and clinical treatment team. Plays an integral part in assuring that the resident program schedule and resident master treatment plan (MTP) are carried out as planned by the Team. Performs various duties assisting nurses in the psychiatric and physical treatment and care of residents in accordance with established methods and procedures of the facility. Interacts closely with residents remaining engaged in the various activities and events that residents experience throughout the treatment day. Interacts with residents in a therapeutic manner at all times and assists other staff to also maintain appropriate boundaries.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with all members of the residential and clinical treatment team
• Ensure the resident program schedule and resident master treatment plan (MTP) are carried out as planned
• Assist nurses in the psychiatric and physical treatment and care of residents
• Engage with residents in various activities and events throughout the treatment day
• Maintain therapeutic interactions with residents and assist other staff in maintaining appropriate boundaries

Requirements

• High school diploma required; Bachelor’s degree in psychology or a related field strongly preferred
• Minimum of 1 year of direct care experience working with adolescents and children in a Residential Treatment Facility, educational, or juvenile setting
• Valid SC Driver’s License preferred
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Knowledge of therapeutic relationships, therapeutic processes, adolescent growth and development, limit-setting, and behavior management

Schedule

Full-time Day Position, 7:00am – 3:30pm with rotating weekends. Full-time RCs are assigned one mandatory stay shift per week.

Benefits

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive compensation & generous paid time off
• Excellent medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ subsidiaries