HCBS Residential House Counselor

Job DetailsJob Location: YOUTH HAVEN-FORSYTH CO WINSTON SALEM - WINSTON SALEM, NC 27105Position Type: Full TimeJob Shift: EveningsYouth Haven Services residential program has a full time opening for a second shift house counselor.

Hours are 3pm-11pm Monday-Friday at our Winston-Salem, NC location. Our Residential Program serves clients in DSS custody and care who are need of placement. The main function of the home will be to provide a safe therapeutic environment while a long-term placement can be secured.

Qualifications Position Summary

Residential House Counselor provides direct care and rehabilitative services for clients in the residential program. Provides behavioral modification interventions as outlined in their Person-Centered Plan. Responsible for the overall safety and welfare of clients.

Qualifications

Education Years of Related Experience Minimum Preferred Minimum Preferred High School Graduate / Equivalent X 0-1 X Professional Certification 1-3 X Technical School / 1 Year College 3-5 Technical School / 2 Years College / Associate’s Degree 5-8 Bachelor’s Degree 8-10 Master’s Degree 10+ Advanced Licensure Please see the essential job responsibilities and description below: Essential Job Duties % of Time 1.

Provide clients with skill building activities such as independent living skills, socialization, adaptation and symptom monitoring / management skills 35% 2. Provide therapeutic mentoring, anger management and social skills training.

Provide behavioral modifications as approved and outlined in their person-centered plans. Review client information and person-centered plans to understand needs, limitations, strengths and goals of individuals served. 35% 3. Responsible for shift cleaning, meal prep, bed checks.

Transport clients as needed and necessary. 15% 4. Complete documentation [on client progress] as outlined by program guidelines on a timely basis. Maintain all other records and complete paperwork as required 10% 6. Other duties as assigned/required #IND123