RESIDENTIAL COUNSELOR

DESCRIPTION OF THE POSITION

Under the supervision of the Residential Supervisor and Program Director, provides shift coverage and youth supervision activities, with an emphasis on weekends, overnights, holidays and emergency coverage.

RESPONSIBILIES AND DUTIES

• Assists in the maintenance of 24-hour coverage.
• Provides direct supervision of residents during assigned shift.
• Meets shift coverage responsibilities, including but not limited to coordination of daily/shift activities, meals, recreation activities, education activities, transportation, etc.
• Assists in providing crisis intervention services including hotline calls, drop-in services and responding to resident issues.
• Assists in completing screening and intake activities.
• Attends employee supervision meetings, monthly Residential Staff Meetings, and treatment team meetings as scheduled.
• Attends staff trainings as required.
• Completes progress notes, reports, data entries and other paperwork as needed.
• Completes other related duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Two (2) years of college credits or Associates Degree, and at least one year's experience working with youth. Bachelor's Degree preferred.

* must have valid New Jersey's Drivers License
** Education and experience will be considered on an equal basis.

If you feel you are a candidate for this position, please send your resume to Marissa Montalvo, Transitional Living Program Director