Residential Counselor - On Call (1110)

Location 8001 Palm Street,Lemon Grove, CA, 91945,United States Base Pay $23.00 - $29.35 / Hour Job Category Direct Care - Residential Employee Type On Call Pay/Benefits at a Glance Pay range is between $23.00 - $29.35 per hour. The actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law. This is an on-call position with variable hours. Availability will be required based on client, program, and operational needs. What You Will Do The Residential Counselor classification is responsible for independently performing counseling duties in support of residential and/or housing services. Positions at this level exercise judgment and initiative in their assigned tasks, receives continuous coaching and direction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise, and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the residential program. Qualifications Have a Bachelor of Arts or Sciences Degree; Have a valid Child Development Teaching Permit; Have completed 12 semester units of Early Childhood Education, Adolescent Development, or Foster and Kinship Care Education and have at least 100 hours of experience working with youth; Have a valid certificate as an Alcohol Counselor, Drug Counselor or Alcohol and Drug Counselor, and have at least 100 hours of experience working with youth. Have a valid Vocational Training certificate, credential or documentation demonstrating that the individual is a trade journeyperson who instructs children in vocational skills and have at least 100 hours of experience working with youth; or Have previously been employed as a staff or volunteer at a group home or short-term residential therapeutic center for at least one year. Have relevant experience as determined by the department to meet any of the above requirements. Direct care staff shall be at least 21 years of age. Licenses and Certifications Possession of a valid California Driver’s License, a satisfactory driving record, and a properly registered and insured vehicle, to be maintained throughout employment. Fred Finch Youth & Family Services (FF) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. FF does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. #J-18808-Ljbffr DeKalb Health