TLP Residential Counselor - Part Time Weekends and Holidays

Job description

The TLP Residential Counselor - Weekends/Holidays position provides youth in MIRCI's Youth Housing Programs with a safe and supportive place to gather on weekends and holidays. This role is responsible for staff coverage in our Youth Homes, as needed, and requires availability for two weekends per month, as well as designated holidays.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES NEEDED:
• Knowledge of providing supportive services and assistance to youth experiencing or at risk of homelessness.
• Knowledge of crisis interventions.
• Knowledge and ability to communicate effectively with clients and other staff members.
• Knowledge of basic health and welfare services provided by other public and private agencies.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective contact with individuals, families, and representatives of other professional disciplines.
• Knowledge of laws, regulations, policies, and procedures relevant to persons served.

EXAMPLES OF WORK:
• Provides staff coverage for weekends and holidays in a Youth Drop-in Center or Youth Transitional Living Program environment.
• Respond to client needs effectively and in a timely manner.
• Create and maintain a safe and welcoming environment for youth.
• Develops and maintains a therapeutic relationship with all youth.
• Assists and supervises the daily maintenance of the youth residents, as well as the preparation of meals and self-administration of medications and activities to improve social skills/interaction.
• Performs other related duties as required.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
• Associate's degree in a related field or relevant experience.
• 2 years of experience in a human service field
• Preferred experience in residential treatment environments

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $21.22 per hour