Ryther is seeking candidates dedicated to the welfare of children to join our team as a RESIDENTIAL COUNSELOR. Our Sub-Acute Care residential program serves high needs children unable to live at home, many of whom are victims of physical and sexual abuse. These kids are now showing signs of sexual aggression and display severe emotional and behavioral problems. At Ryther, they are given a safe home and the skills to learn to identify feelings, understand personal boundaries and develop respectful trusting relationships.
We are currently seeking to fill a Full Time (40hr/wk) position.
KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY:
- Provide direct, consistent supervision to teach residents skills necessary to function within a family and the community.
- Maintain appropriate personal and professional boundaries.
- Consistently role model appropriate behaviors, emotions, and communication skills, i.e., anger management, conflict resolution, and problem solving skills.
- Participate in treatment planning meetings (multi-disciplinary teams) to develop treatment plans for residents.
- Assist residents to gain the skills to live in a less restrictive setting.
- Complete and maintain all required documentation pertaining to residents, i.e., daily logs, medication reports, restraint records, incident reports, etc.
- Attend and participate in scheduled shifts, staff meetings, program development meetings, trainings, and staff retreats.
- Promote effective team work, cooperation and communication among program personnel.
- Participate in in-house orientation and training sessions to increase professional ability.
- Seek and/or utilize feed back provided by supervisors for professional development.
ESSENTIAL JOB REQUIREMENTS:
- Acceptance of a variety of lifestyles, behaviors, cultural, and spiritual practices.
- 21 years of age.
- Bachelor's Degree in a behavioral science or high school education with at least two years combination of experience and training working with children, youth, and families in residential/home-based programs.
- Valid Washington state driver's license.
- Ability to exercise discretion and maintain customer and employee confidentiality.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Flexibility and ability to work a varied schedule including evenings, overnights, weekends, and holidays.
- Ability to perform verbal de-escalation and physical intervention restraints.
- Benefits Include:
- Comprehensive Medical & Dental coverage, Multiple retirement options, Life insurance, and a competitive vacation/sick/holiday leave program.
To Apply:
Email Cover Letter and Resume to HR@ryther.org Our website: www.ryther.org
- Location: North Seattle
- Compensation: $11.15
- This is at a non-profit organization.
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