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Residential Counselor Bilingual Spanish Preferred

Youth For Tomorrow · Bristow, VA · 4 wk ago
HealthcareFull-time

About the role

Youth For Tomorrow is a 501 (c) (3) and a faith-based, non-profit organization, founded in 1986 by Hall of Fame Football Coach Joe Gibbs. The organization serves at-risk youth through a residential treatment program that includes males and females aged 12 to 18, including those with mental health diagnoses, trauma survivors, pregnant and parenting teens, and survivors of commercial sexual exploitation.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee physical care of YFT residents.
  • Develop acceptable habits and attitudes for YFT residents.
  • Manage resident behavior.
  • Aid in meeting the goals and objectives of any required service plan.
  • Guide and supervise assigned residents.
  • Supervise residents to include awareness and account of each resident's location upon request.
  • Confirm census count received from prior on-duty staff before assuming floor responsibilities.
  • Maintain shift coverage until the next shift is securely in position.
  • Confirm status and location of assigned residents every 15 minutes and every 30 minutes for overnight shifts.
  • Maintain structure and regulations at all times; 24/7.
  • Complete and accurately document required forms, particularly the daily log.
  • Perform waive testing on residents after home visits, AWOL, and as needed with complete accuracy and compliance.
  • Attend all training mandated by YFT and continuously pursue training opportunities to meet standards set forth.
  • All duties and responsibilities will support meeting the structured program of care outlined in DBHDS and DSS state standards.
  • Other duties as assigned by the CEO, Director – Program Services, Director – Residential, or Supervisor.

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or General Education Development Certificate (G.E.D.) and six months experience working with children.
  • Enroll and successfully complete assigned training and Certification Program for development in our milieu of care.
  • Knowledge and understanding of YFT mission and values.
  • Possess the characteristics and experience to collaborate with and provide appropriate care to residents, gain their respect, guide their development, and participate in their overall treatment program.
  • Ability to support constructive resident-family visitation and resident involvement in community activities.
  • Ability to provide services in a culturally and linguistically competent manner.
  • Possess the temperament to work with and care for children, and youth, some with special needs in multiple age ranges.
  • Ability to accurately collect, review, and analyze waive testing of residents after home visits, AWOL, and as needed, if required.
  • Ability to work effectively with the treatment team and other internal and external stakeholders.
  • Adequate and continuous ongoing training and supervision.
  • Age 21 or above as per state regulations and standards.
  • Ability to maintain a stable environment.
  • Ability to remain awake and alert at all times.
  • Ability to maintain safety, security, and structure at all times.
  • Ability to maintain the integrity of the program structure in the absence of House Parent/House Coordinator leadership.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a valid driver’s license which meets or exceeds YFT’s insurance guidelines (preferred).
  • Bilingual Spanish (preferred).

Physical Requirements

The physical activity of this position: Medium to Heavy work. Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally for physical restraints of students.

Benefits

  • Competitive pay.
  • Continuing education.
  • Ongoing trainings.
  • Comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees including medical, dental, vision, group life insurance, and up to a 5% retirement match.
  • Supplemental insurances such as life, short-term disability, critical illness, accident insurance, and legal resources.
  • Up to 9 paid holidays and personal time off accruals.

Pay

N/A

Schedule

Available Shift: Weekday Evenings (2 days) 2:30p-10:30p and Awake Overnight Saturday and Sunday 6:30p- 6:30a or 8:30p-8:30a

Skills

N/A

Benefits

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Group life insurance
  • Up to a 5% retirement match
  • Supplemental insurances such as life, short-term disability, critical illness, accident insurance, and legal resources
  • Up to 9 paid holidays and personal time off accruals

Pay

N/A

Schedule

Available Shift: Weekday Evenings (2 days) 2:30p-10:30p and Awake Overnight Saturday and Sunday 6:30p- 6:30a or 8:30p-8:30a

Skills

N/A

Benefits

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Group life insurance
  • Up to a 5% retirement match
  • Supplemental insurances such as life, short-term disability, critical illness, accident insurance, and legal resources
  • Up to 9 paid holidays and personal time off accruals

Pay

N/A

Schedule

Available Shift: Weekday Evenings (2 days) 2:30p-10:30p and Awake Overnight Saturday and Sunday 6:30p- 6:30a or 8:30p-8:30a

Skills

N/A

Benefits

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Group life insurance
  • Up to a 5% retirement match
  • Supplemental insurances such as life, short-term disability, critical illness, accident insurance, and legal resources
  • Up to 9 paid holidays and personal time off accruals

Pay

N/A

Schedule

Available Shift: Weekday Evenings (2 days) 2:30p-10:30p and Awake Overnight Saturday and Sunday 6:30p- 6:30a or 8:30p-8:30a

Skills

N/A

Benefits

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Group life insurance
  • Up to a 5% retirement match
  • Supplemental insurances such as life, short-term disability, critical illness, accident insurance, and legal resources
  • Up to 9 paid holidays and personal time off accruals

Pay

N/A

Schedule

Available Shift: Weekday Evenings (2 days) 2:30p-10:30p and Awake Overnight Saturday and Sunday 6:30p- 6:30a or 8:30p-8:30a

Skills

N/A

Benefits

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Group life insurance
  • Up to a 5% retirement match
  • Supplemental insurances such as life, short-term disability, critical illness, accident insurance, and legal resources
  • Up to 9 paid holidays and personal time off accruals

Pay

N/A

Schedule

Available Shift: Weekday Evenings (2 days) 2:30p-10:30p and Awake Overnight Saturday and Sunday 6:30p- 6:30a or 8:30p-8:30a

Skills

N/A

Benefits

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Group life insurance
  • Up to a 5% retirement match
  • Supplemental insurances such as life, short-term disability, critical illness, accident insurance, and legal resources
  • Up to 9 paid holidays and personal time off accruals

Pay

N/A

Schedule

Available Shift: Weekday Evenings (2 days) 2:30p-10:30p and Awake Overnight Saturday and Sunday 6:30p- 6:30a or 8:30p-8:30a

Skills

N/A

Benefits

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Group life insurance
  • Up to a 5% retirement match
  • Supplemental insurances such as life, short-term disability, critical illness, accident insurance, and legal resources
  • Up to 9 paid holidays and personal time off accruals

Pay

N/A

Schedule

Available Shift: Weekday Evenings (2 days) 2:30p-10:30p and Awake Overnight Saturday and Sunday 6:30p- 6:30a or 8:30p-8:30a

Skills

N/A

Benefits

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Group life insurance
  • Up to a 5% retirement match
  • Supplemental insurances such as life, short-term disability, critical illness, accident insurance, and legal resources
  • Up to 9 paid holidays and personal time off accruals

Pay

N/A

Schedule

Available Shift: Weekday Evenings (2 days) 2:30p-10:30p and Awake Overnight Saturday and Sunday 6:30p- 6:30a or 8:30p-8:30a

Skills

N/A

Benefits

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Group life insurance
  • Up to a 5%

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