Counselor - Residential

St. Anne Institute Job Description TITLE: Counselor- Residential SUPERVISOR: Program Manager HOURS PER WEEK: _____ hours, includes days, afternoons, evenings and weekends QUALIFICATIONS: BA or BS in field of Human Services preferred; two years in related area required. Experience may be substituted for degree requirements. FUNCTIONS: To create a safe and secure environment that helps girls in residence gain self-control and develop positive social skills. RESPONSIBILITIES: Responsible for daily implementation of agency practices including policies, procedures, unit routine and expectations, as directed by Program Manager or Senior Child Care staff. Responsible to ensure a clean, safe, therapeutic and healthy environment within the agency. Provide vigilant supervision of residents while looking for opportunities to teach and role model, in all aspects of routine. "Routine" refers to recreational activities, group meetings, meals, bedtimes, etc. Facilitates group meetings and activities, both on and off campus (i.e., outings). Foster appropriate adult/child relationships; maintain appropriate boundaries. Use open, honest, effective, professional communication skills, both verbally and in writing. Ensure assigned paperwork is thorough and accurate. Attend training in Therapeutic Crisis Intervention and use the techniques from that training to prevent and intervene in crisis situations, which may include physical intervention when needed. Attend and contribute to all scheduled meetings including weekly staff meetings, supervision meetings, in-service meetings, etc. Any additional responsibilities as assigned. This position may work across programs to accommodate fluctuations of staff as well as clients served. Rev: 11/25/15, 3/11/16, 4/13/17, 6/9/17 I have read and understand my job description

Created: 2024-11-02