Residential Counselor - Autism Program

About the role

Evolve Treatment Centers is seeking a passionate and enthusiastic Residential Counselor to join our team. This position involves providing supervision to up to 6 autistic adolescents who are in residential treatment for 45–60 days for issues related to mental health and substance abuse. Residential Counselors support clients in their daily activities and facilitate groups with our clients. This position is challenging yet rewarding as our staff have the opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of teens and their families. This is a great position for someone who may be interested in going back to school to pursue a degree in the mental health or social services field.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one support and supervision to autistic clients struggling with mental health and substance abuse issues
• Establish positive and nurturing relationships with the clients, within professional boundaries, in accordance with the policies and procedures
• Maintain vigilance and awareness of the milieu while monitoring the behavior, activities, and safety of the clients
• Engage in activities with the clients, such as hikes, equine therapy, surf therapy, and fitness groups
• Create a constructive therapeutic community in accordance with the Center’s policies
• Conduct and facilitate psycho-education groups and recreational activities
• Perform crisis management and interventions as necessary
• Demonstrate model behaviors
• Maintain accurate and detailed documentation of all shift activities
• Oversee and participate in meal-times and assist clients with life skills (i.e., laundry, dishes, and making beds)

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; college coursework or bachelor’s degree preferred
• Must be at least 21 years old
• All schedules require working at least 1 weekend shift

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with autistic teens preferred
• Experience working in a behavioral healthcare setting preferred

Pay

$21.00 – $27.00 Hourly (future earning potential). Target Starting Hourly Rate $21.00.

Benefits

For Full Time Hires Only:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off (employees start accruing immediately; includes paid holidays, sick days, bereavement, and religious observances)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)/Healthcare Savings Accounts (HSA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Retirement Planning

For Full Time or Part Time Hires:

• Professional Training (quarterly continued education, ongoing training, and professional development courses)
• Free Meals (provided by in-house chef at Residential Treatment Centers)