Residential Counselor I

Victor

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

, California

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

Responsible for the care, safety, and direct supervision of severely emotionally disturbed children in a residential facility. Duties include implementing trauma-informed interventions, managing crises, and coordinating daily therapeutic activities.

Qualifications

You have a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, or equivalent experience working with youth in a relevant setting. You are able to manage crisis situations, implement trauma-informed interventions, and ensure the safety and well-being of children under your care.

Must Have Skills for ATS

STRTP

Child Development Teaching Permit

Early Childhood Education

Adolescent Development

Foster Kinship Care Education

Alcohol Counselor

Drug Counselor

AOD Counselor

Vocational Training

Pro-Act Restraint Techniques

CPR

First Aid

Job Description

Part-Time and Full-Time Schedules Available!
**Full-Time: Sunday-Wednesday OR Wednesday-Saturday (4 day workweek!)
**Part-Time: 22-27 hours per week- FLEXIBLE Schedules Available!

Why Victor?

  • Learning Organization: Victor provides the best training for new grads and clinicians looking to begin their career!
  • Leadership Development: Victor provides employees leadership training and promotes within! Many of our executive leadership team have been promoted from entry-level positions!
  • Reimbursements: Victor provides reimbursements for license registration fees, CEUs for clinical staff.
  • Loan Forgiveness: Victor employees can apply for Public Service Loan Forgiveness!
  • Internships: Looking for practicum or internship hours? Apply to our internship program found on the careers page!

    Job Summary:

    Under the supervision of the Residential Services Supervisor (RSS) and the Residential Counselor II (RC II), the Residential Counselor I (RC I) is responsible for the care and supervision of severely emotionally disturbed children (residents) assigned to the facility in accordance with the mandates of public law, state regulations and Agency operating plans.

    Essential Functions:

    1. Ensures the safety of youth through direct supervision.
    2. Implements trauma informed interventions with all youth and can effectively manage crisis.
    3. Plans and supervises daily activities of youth and implements the Short-Term Residential Therapeutic Program (STRTP) program.
    4. Ensures that the physical needs and medical needs of youth are met.
    5. Passes, documents, and monitors the use of medications by youth.
    6. Participates as an active member of the treatment team and Agency.

    Minimum Required Education and Experience:

    1. Must have a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university-
    2. -OR- one year of full-time work experience at a group home, STRTP, or substance abuse treatment program
    3. -OR- have a Child Development Teaching Permit
    4. -OR– 12 semester units of Early Childhood Education, Adolescent Development, or Foster Kinship Care Education and have 100 hours experience working with youth
    5. -OR- Valid certificate as an Alcohol Counselor, Drug Counselor, AOD Counselor and have 100 hours experience working with youth
    6. -OR- Valid Vocational Training certificate, credential or documentation demonstrating a trade or journeyperson who instructs children in vocational skills and has 100 hours of experience working with youth as a mentor, athletic coach, teacher, vocational coach, tutor, counselor
    7. OR- life experience in the child welfare, mental health, or juvenile justice system.

    Position/Program Requirements:

    1. Must possess a valid California driver's license, personal automobile insurance and clean driving record.
    2. Must be physically and mentally fit. Must be willing to complete a Tuberculosis (TB) and drug screening test.
    3. Must be willing to complete a personal background investigation conducted by the State of California.
    4. Requires the ability to think and act quickly in emergencies; effectively deal with personal danger; maintain mental capacity, exercise sound judgment and rational thinking. Must be able to work safely and respectfully with seriously emotionally disturbed children who may become violent, and physically and verbally offensive.
    5. Must be able to perform physical restraints when/if needed.

    Physical Requirements:

    1. Must be able to work in an office or outdoor environment including standing, walking, and running, sitting for extended periods of time, bending, twisting, reaching, balancing, occasional carrying and lifting up to 50 pounds.
    2. Must be physically able to perform Pro-Act Restraint Techniques, CPR and First Aid as trained.
    3. Requires the ability to operate a motor vehicle.
    4. Must be able to sit for prolonged periods of time in a vehicle for traveling up to 100 miles driving distance. 

    Compensation: 

    • Typical Hourly Range is: $21.51 - $26.88/hr (actual salary is dependent on verification of applicable experience above the minimum qualifications for the role)
    • Additional $1.00 - $3.00 per hour for Education

    Benefits: 

    • Low cost Medical, Dental and Vision
    • 4 weeks PTO and Sick pay
    • Retirement Plan (403b) + 4% Employer Matching
    • Employee Assistance Program
    • Employee Referral Bonus Program
    • Verizon Wireless Discount
    • Working Advantage Discount Program
    • Tuition Assistance 

    Victor

    Victor is comprised of three organizations, Victor Treatment Centers and Victor Community Support Services, which both provide a full continuum of mental health services, and Victor Foster Family and Adoption Agency. Victor employs over 1000 dedicated staff across multiple locations in California, who are committed to the same values and ideals that have been in place from day one. As an organization we have had only three CEO’s in our 65 year history, allowing us to have both stability and continuity with the foundational mission of our organization. With that foundation in place, Victor continues to innovate and create new programs and services to meet the needs while staying true to our mission. Today Victor’s services reach throughout California, helping literally thousands of individuals and families deal with their unique challenges every day and inspiring hope for the future. Today as we celebrate over 65 years of service, Victor provides a wide range of behavioral health, educational, and social support services to children, youth, families and adults throughout California. Services for those in need are individualized, flexible, community-based and strength-based with a continuous commitment to providing excellent support that truly changes the lives of those we serve.
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