Residential Counselor Manager

About the role

This position is responsible to provide daily care, supervision, skills training, guidance, encouragement and support for youth, as well as supervising the BCS staff. This position requires varied schedule including some day, evening, and weekend hours.

Responsibilities

• Establish supportive, motivational and therapeutic relationships with youth, ensuring an atmosphere of safety, security and responsible residential care.
• Daily supervision and being aware of where all youth are at all times.
• Serve as a role model and coach for youth regarding developing and using effective problem solving, decision-making, conflict resolution, independent living skills and responsibilities.
• Carry out daily living and/or behavior plans for youth, developed by a multi-disciplinary team of staff.
• Assist youth with skill building activities.
• Maintain structure and following the daily schedule.
• Develop, plan, supervise and participate in daily recreational and social activities, including outdoor programs and physical exercise.
• Consistently implement all program policies and procedures including the behavioral motivational system.
• Promote and generate enthusiasm for programming.
• Consult and communicate with supervisors, directors and clinicians concerning behavior issues and the needs of the youth and the program.
• Perform light housekeeping duties to ensure a neat, clean and orderly environment.
• Transport and/or accompany individual or groups of youth to appointments or on field trips outside of the program.
• Conduct group meetings with youth to discuss program rules and procedures, address concerns and provide instructional information on appropriate behavior management and the use of daily living skills.
• Support constructive youth-family visitation and youth involvement in community activities.
• Administer medication when necessary.

Qualifications

• Education and Experience: 21 years of age. Must have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in social work, psychology or a related field. 4 years related experience providing direct care to youth in a behavioral health agency or institutional setting required. 1-year prior supervisory experience in human services required. In addition to the above qualifications, a BCS Manager must have a minimum of one year of experience working with youth who have a history of severe, complex behavioral and mental health needs.
• Knowledge, Skills And Abilities: Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license. Ability to pass a Criminal Record History Clearance and a Child Abuse History Clearance. Ability to physically participate in the use of therapeutic holds and to be certified biannually to demonstrate competence. Ability to participate in trauma informed care and intervene appropriately to de-escalate and prevent crisis situations when necessary. Excellent interpersonal skills with people from differing backgrounds and cultures. Ability to be flexible in meeting scheduling needs. Ability to work on agency holidays, as required.

Skills

• Excellent interpersonal skills with people from differing backgrounds and cultures.
• Ability to be flexible in meeting scheduling needs.
• Ability to work on agency holidays, as required.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee discounts on gym memberships, cell phone packages, hotels, rental cars, computers, amusement parks, theater tickets, and more!

Pay

$58,000 - $63,000

Schedule

Variated schedule including some day, evening, and weekend hours.