Youth Counselor- Wittenberg
If you're fantastic at communication and supportive care, and understand child development, we want you! Under supervision, maintain a safe and therapeutic environment for youth clients.
Perform care and treatment in a safe setting.
Counsel at-risk youths and guide them towards reaching healthy goals and lifestyles.
LSS currently has 4 part-time and 6 full-time 2nd and 3rd Shift positions available at Homme Youth and Family Services in Wittenberg.
Eligibility for Benefits starts at 30 hours per week or more.
Essential Duties and
Responsibilities:
Interacts with clients on an individual or group basis providing guidance, positive role modeling, and a positive supportive influence Maintaining sight and sound supervision at all times, provides oversight and care for clients in residential settings and in the community within established policies and procedures Records observations relating to actions and behavior of clients and maintains records and reports as required; daily documentation, i.
e.
weeklies, logs Monitors access to bathroom/shower to ensure personal hygiene of clients Maintaining sight and sound supervision at all times, transports and escorts clients between facilities, meetings, appointments, and/or other activities Organizes and distributes clothing, bedding, toilet articles, and other supplies Ensures clients and their living space are organized, safe and free of contraband Prepare meals and/or supervise clients during meal preparation, eating, and clean up Within established guidelines, provides information to and interacts with parents, referring workers, therapists, and other professionals concerning the status of clients Requirements EDUCATION AND/OR
Experience:
High School Diploma or GED equivalency is required.
Bachelor's Degree in Human Services.
, which includes Social Work, Psychology or Sociology, Law Enforcement or a closely related field preferred.
A minimum of one (1) year of work experience in the field of Human Services is preferred.
Working knowledge and understanding of child development Possess emotional integrity to work with challenging at-risk youth and families Have the ability to use patience, self-control and flexibility when required; have the ability to accept and follow through with direction; and possess the ability to recognize boundaries.
The incumbent of this position must have a valid Driver's License and car - Motor vehicle check (MVR) with a satisfactory driving record required.
Keywords:
CNA, PCW, Certified Nursing Assistant, Personal Care Worker, Home Health Aid, Caregiver Discover what makes Lutheran Social Services a great place that helps improve the quality of peoples' lives - one grace-filled life at a time.
We want you! Apply today to join our team.
EOE/M/W/VET/DISABILITY To learn about our culture click here.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP here.
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Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Perform care and treatment in a safe setting.
Counsel at-risk youths and guide them towards reaching healthy goals and lifestyles.
LSS currently has 4 part-time and 6 full-time 2nd and 3rd Shift positions available at Homme Youth and Family Services in Wittenberg.
Eligibility for Benefits starts at 30 hours per week or more.
Essential Duties and
Responsibilities:
Interacts with clients on an individual or group basis providing guidance, positive role modeling, and a positive supportive influence Maintaining sight and sound supervision at all times, provides oversight and care for clients in residential settings and in the community within established policies and procedures Records observations relating to actions and behavior of clients and maintains records and reports as required; daily documentation, i.
e.
weeklies, logs Monitors access to bathroom/shower to ensure personal hygiene of clients Maintaining sight and sound supervision at all times, transports and escorts clients between facilities, meetings, appointments, and/or other activities Organizes and distributes clothing, bedding, toilet articles, and other supplies Ensures clients and their living space are organized, safe and free of contraband Prepare meals and/or supervise clients during meal preparation, eating, and clean up Within established guidelines, provides information to and interacts with parents, referring workers, therapists, and other professionals concerning the status of clients Requirements EDUCATION AND/OR
Experience:
High School Diploma or GED equivalency is required.
Bachelor's Degree in Human Services.
, which includes Social Work, Psychology or Sociology, Law Enforcement or a closely related field preferred.
A minimum of one (1) year of work experience in the field of Human Services is preferred.
Working knowledge and understanding of child development Possess emotional integrity to work with challenging at-risk youth and families Have the ability to use patience, self-control and flexibility when required; have the ability to accept and follow through with direction; and possess the ability to recognize boundaries.
The incumbent of this position must have a valid Driver's License and car - Motor vehicle check (MVR) with a satisfactory driving record required.
Keywords:
CNA, PCW, Certified Nursing Assistant, Personal Care Worker, Home Health Aid, Caregiver Discover what makes Lutheran Social Services a great place that helps improve the quality of peoples' lives - one grace-filled life at a time.
We want you! Apply today to join our team.
EOE/M/W/VET/DISABILITY To learn about our culture click here.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP here.
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Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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