Overnight Counselor

Residential Counselor - Lake Owasso Residence
To provide care and treatment to developmentally disabled persons in a residential care facility by overseeing and participating in residents' activities and providing instruction in order to enhance their functional skills, behavioral skills and ability for personal care; Awake Overnight Availability and a Valid Driver's License are Needed.
Perform as primary or secondary residential counselor for residents as assigned. Participate as a team member in establishing behavioral and developmental goals for residents and implement training methods consistent with those goals. Assist and instruct residents in basic personal care to include dressing, eating, personal hygiene, housekeeping, and related skills. Assist and instruct residents in basic functional skills such as time and number concepts, personal finance, use of public services, and similar skills. Assist and direct residents in recreational and leisure activities. Observe and record residents' behavior in connection with treatment programs and document residents' activities and needs as instructed. Perform specified duties for which specific training has been received, such as administering first aid, passing medications and similar basic health care procedures. Note and report instances of apparent abuse, neglect, or unusual behavior of residents; or other matters detrimental to the health, safety or well-being or of residents, staff or county property. Perform custodial, janitorial, laundry or other related duties as assigned such as: cleaning homes by moving, arranging, and polishing furniture, vacuuming, dusting, shampooing carpet, washing walls, interior windows, fixtures, door knobs, handrails, sinks, toilets and bathing/shower areas; Maintain housekeeping supply and equipment inventory by reordering through appropriate staff. fold, press, sort, mend, and arrange dry cleaning for residents' personal items. Prepare, cook, and serve daily meals with assistance from residents; monitor the proper temperature and dietary needs for residents. Ensure and maintain a safe, sanitized, and neat kitchen environment for food preparation and storage. Click the following to view or print the: Work Simulation - Physical Demand or Environmental Exposure Checklists (Download PDF reader) for Residential Counselor 1's in Ramsey County.
Education: High school graduation or equivalent. Training and Experience Rating = 100%

The examination for Residential Counselor Lake Owasso Residence will consist of a training and experience rating, comprised of the questions in the attached supplemental questionnaire. Not all applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will pass the training and experience rating. Eligible List: The names of all applicants who have submitted a completed application and passed the examination/screening process shall be placed on the eligible list for an employment opportunity as a Job title. Veteran's Preference: This is a classified position requiring an open, competitive selection process. Veteran's Preference points will be applied after a candidate passes the examination process. Applicants who are eligible for veteran's preference should update their veteran's DD214, and other supporting documents, and submit them as an attachment at the time of application.
TB Testing
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Equal Opportunity Employer: Ramsey County provides equal access to employment, programs, and services without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, sex (except when sex is a Bona Fide Occupational Qualification), disability, familial or marital status, sexual orientation or gender identity, public assistance status, place of residence, political affiliation, or national origin.
Ramsey County is deeply committed to advancing racial equity and promoting diversity and inclusion within all areas of its workforce. The county strives to be equitable, inclusive, transparent, respectful, and impactful in how we serve and engage with residents, as well as Ramsey County employees. Advancing racial equity ensures all people who need access to opportunities and services we provide will receive them. Racial equity is achieved when race can no longer be used to predict life outcomes, and outcomes for all are improved.
To print a paper application for this posting click Paper Application (Download PDF reader). You will need to print this posting AND answer the supplemental questions associated with this exam and submit them with your completed paper application.