Exciting Opportunity to Work with At Risk Youth in a Residential Treatment Setting

This is a great entry level position for career minded people with a passion for helping at risk youth. We are seeking part time staff with a desire to work weekends. Great for students!

Position Summary: Our specialized residential treatment programs are dedicated to providing trauma informed care. On the job, you will provide support and guidance to kids teaching life skills in a therapeutic environment, plan and participate in community-based activities, and work as part of an interdisciplinary treatment team. Designed to promote social skills, emotional regulation and personal development, the program serves youth and adolescents ages 12-17

Position Status:

1. Part-time
2. Hourly 
3. Non-Exempt
4. Hourly range: $19 - $22

Minimum qualifications:

1. Bachelor's Degree (preferred)
2. Behavioral Health experience (preferred)
3. Persons with related and lived experience encouraged to apply
4. Must be at least 21 years of age
5. Must have valid driver’s license
6. Must pass background criminal history, fingerprint check, and drug test

Job Responsibilities and Duties:

1. Works with Youth in a residential setting
2. Works as part of a treatment team
3. Teaches life skills, coordinates activities
4. Ability to work with patience
5. Provides direct care services in accordance with the treatment plan. 
6. Direct support engaging with residents, providing emotional and practical support in individual and group settings.
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8. Effective communication with team members, parent/guardians, case managers, and clients.
9. Ability to apply redirection and de-escalation techniques.
10. Must have the organizational sense and focus to complete a vast array of tasks
11. Excellent documentation skills with attention to detail. Written Communication Competence
12. Demonstrate creative problem-solving skills sufficient to navigate the unique group dynamics present.
13. Safely provide transportation using agency vehicles.
14. Must adhere to HIPAA regulations and always maintain client confidentiality.
15. Must uphold EmotiCare spirit of excellence in work with co-workers, clients, business partners, and in the community.

Schedule: Saturday & Sundays 7:30am - 3:30pm or 3:30pm - 11:30pm

Physical Requirements:

1. Frequent sitting, standing, walking, driving, bending, reaching, and grasping
2. Several hours using a computer per week.
3. Lift and carry up to approximately 30 pounds.
4. Able to drive safely, including 12 or 15 passenger vans.
5. May be exposed to inclement weather, heat or cold
6. Able to implement non-violent physical emergency safety response tactics