Job description

The Youth Care Counselor is responsible for acting as a positive role model, and for the treatment and care of children or adolescents. This position involves guidance in personal responsibility, safety and respect; engaging youth in daily school program, work and study habits, life skills; and engaging youth in pro-social and recreational activities.

Openings are available in our Intensive, Stabilization, Assessment and Treatment (ISAT) units and in our non-ISAT units. Available openings at the time of hire dictate the hourly starting rate which ranges from $18.50/hour-to-$25.00/hour (ISAT only).

All Youth Care Employees receive a $2,000 sign-on bonus.

General Responsibilities:

· To be a therapeutic agent using counseling skills; to structure and coordinate the daily routine for each youth.

· To ensure appropriate care and treatment for each youth at all times.

· To promote a positive environment focusing on personal safety, respect and responsibility.

· Serve as a Case Manager of a group of assigned youth for Life Skills, report writing, and other basic needs.

· Manage behavioral problems and disturbances by utilizing prescribed behavior management techniques.

· Responsible for Unit coverage 9:00PM - 11:00 PM one or more nights each week.

· Record all pertinent information in the daily log, write Incident Report and complete Unit program progress (goal) and other necessary paperwork at the end of each shift.

· Plan and execute diverse social activities that are a part of the therapeutic living process

· Pass the HHS training program and be knowledgeable of the Unit Behavioral Management System, Physical Restraint procedures, Unit Programs, Phase/Level System, Life Skills Program. The ability to physically manage the youth is a requirement of employment.

· Be aware of all medical procedures and health needs of the youth in the Unit. And, maintain certification in First Aid, CPR and HWC.

· Adhere to the Harmony Hill School Code of Ethics

· Be sensitive to the service population’s cultural and socioeconomic characteristics.

Benefits:

We offer our employees a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental and work life benefits.

· $2,000.00 Sign-on bonus- Paid at select intervals throughout the youth care worker’s first year of employment.

· Tufts Health Insurance. HHS pays 75% of the cost for full-time employees.

· Delta Dental Insurance.

· Basic Life Insurance at no cost to the employee.

· Tuition reimbursement for relevant course work available after 6-months of employment.

· Generous time off. Earn the equivalent of up to 28 days. More than 5 weeks of time off during your first year.

· Plus 11 paid holidays per year.

· 403 (b) Retirement Savings plan.

· Voluntary benefits including; Aflac Insurance, ID Shield, and Additional Life Insurance.

· Employee Discount program through TicketsatWork©.

· Employee Referral Program. Earn $350 for referring a hired Youth Care Employee.

Qualifications:

· A Bachelor’s degree or actively pursuing a degree is highly preferred.

· At minimum a high school diploma along with 1-3 years of relevant equivalent experience managing children and youth in a mental health or residential treatment setting is required in lieu of advanced education.

· Experience ‘running a shift’ and training and supporting co-workers in a residential treatment environment is key to achieve success in this role.

· Must be able to interact well with others in a team environment, communicate professionally and understand and following all policies and procedures.

· Must be able to pass our physical intervention –Safety Care training.

· All staff are required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination at the time of hire.

· All candidates must be 18 years of age and clear Rhode Island state as well as federal background checks.

· Must have a valid, non-suspended, non-expired driver license and a good driving record.

· All training is available on site.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Join our team today!

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $18.50 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Addiction Medicine
• Psychiatry

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Night shift
• Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay
• Signing bonus

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Chepachet, RI 02814: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• Are you able to provide proof of COVID-19 if hired?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• residential treatment or mental health: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person

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