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    Residential Counselor - Schenectady, United States - Northern Rivers Family of Services

    Northern Rivers Family of Services
    Northern Rivers Family of Services Schenectady, United States

    3 weeks ago

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    Job Description

    Job Description

    Do you have the desire to begin a career in human services but aren't sure where to start? Northern Rivers has openings for Residential Youth Counselors in our Schenectady location - AND we are offering a $1,000 Sign On Bonus (made in two payments)
    In this position, the Residential Youth Counselor is responsible for providing daily therapeutic treatment to the children and youth in our care, and we offer a continuum of residential treatment options that can help any child find success. We combine a specialized therapeutic environment with the right kind of atmosphere that will benefit clients regardless of their challenges and goals.

    Essential Duties and Responsibilities

    • Learn and work within the trauma informed framework of the program, including identifying and using coping/safety plans, maintaining consistency, providing regular routine as well as learning controlled self-response to youth interaction.
    • Engage and form positive relationships with our clients.
    • Follow outlined program routines, therapeutic plans of youth, and program rules and protocols as well as complete all mandatory trainings according to program guidelines.
    • Learn and display basic competency in Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) techniques.
    • Work as part of a team which includes colleague residential counselors, clinicians, supervisors and other administrative and functional support staff.
    • Maintain respectful and appropriate communication with our internal and external partners, including county workers, medical staff and parents for client success.
    • Complete and maintain documentation to meet programmatic and regulatory standards.
    • Transport clients for medical and mental health appointments and other essential needs as necessary.

    Your Education and Experience:

    • HS Diploma/GED required; Associates degree preferred
    • Must be available to work evenings, weekends, holidays as needed
    • Experience working with emotionally challenged population a plus

    Certification / Licensure

    • NYS driver's license required

      Starting Rate for this role is $17.00/hour with Evening and overnights will make a shift differential

    If you've got the talent, drive and desire to make a real difference in your community, you need to be a part of Northern Rivers Family of Services. We're a family of human service agencies united in our passion to help the children, adults, and families of the Capital Region and beyond.

    Our employees receive a generous time off and health care package, tuition reimbursement, loan repayment assistance, free training/CEU opportunities, flexible work schedule, and much more

    Apply today to become part of our team

    Northern Rivers is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.

    The Company will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.

    Company DescriptionWith an almost 200-year heritage behind it, Northern Rivers Family of Services is a leader in the field of human service agencies in New York State by providing innovative, comprehensive and life changing care for over 18,000 children, adults and their families throughout 41 counties in New York. We are dedicated to helping families where they need it most - in their own homes and communities, unless they need safer more comprehensive care. Then we intervene with our network of foster care homes, residential havens and crisis stabilization services.
    Northern Rivers with its member agencies Northeast Parent & Child Society, Parsons Child & Family Center and Unlimited Potential, provide help and hope to children who struggle with past abuse, mental health challenges and educational difficulties to nurture and empower them and their families to brighter futures and stronger communities. We also assist adults with impairments who need career training, employment and service navigation through our advocacy programs.
    If you want to change lives, including yours, we believe there's no better place for you to start or continue your career than with Northern Rivers. We strive to deliver innovative care in terms of vocation, rehabilitative services, and trauma informed solutions to ensure our clients live their best lives. With more than 60 programs and services, along with administrative and support functions, there's a place here for everyone.
    For more information, visit
    Follow Northern Rivers on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.

    Company Description

    With an almost 200-year heritage behind it, Northern Rivers Family of Services is a leader in the field of human service agencies in New York State by providing innovative, comprehensive and life changing care for over 18,000 children, adults and their families throughout 41 counties in New York. We are dedicated to helping families where they need it most - in their own homes and communities, unless they need safer more comprehensive care. Then we intervene with our network of foster care homes, residential havens and crisis stabilization services. \r
    Northern Rivers with its member agencies Northeast Parent & Child Society, Parsons Child & Family Center and Unlimited Potential, provide help and hope to children who struggle with past abuse, mental health challenges and educational difficulties to nurture and empower them and their families to brighter futures and stronger communities. We also assist adults with impairments who need career training, employment and service navigation through our advocacy programs. \r
    If you want to change lives, including yours, we believe there's no better place for you to start or continue your career than with Northern Rivers. We strive to deliver innovative care in terms of vocation, rehabilitative services, and trauma informed solutions to ensure our clients live their best lives. With more than 60 programs and services, along with administrative and support functions, there's a place here for everyone. \r
    For more information, visit \r
    Follow Northern Rivers on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.
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