What are the responsibilities and job description for the Residential Counselor position at The Help Group?
Job Summary
Come join a team where we are dedicated to transforming lives through two distinct residential programs: Project Six & The Commons, serving male and female adolescents between the ages of 13 and 17 and Non-Minor Dependents. The programs are designed to treat adolescents with a variety of diagnoses and behaviors, including, autism spectrum disorder, depression, anxiety and mood disorders, learning disabilities and emotional and behavioral challenges. We are committed to improving the quality of life, fostering independence and integration into society through skill development and community engagement because everyone deserves a great future.
Duties
- Conduct individual and group activities to help teen-aged residents who have Autism Spectrum Disorder and/or emotional and behavioral challenges achieve their goals, develop their social skills and resolve problems.
Qualifications
- BA or BS Degree; OR Child Development Teaching Permit; OR 12 semester units of Early Childhood Education, Adolescent Development or Foster and Kinship Care Education and at least 100 hours experience working with youth; OR Certificate as an Alcohol Counselor, Drug Counselor or Alcohol and Drug Counselor and at least 100 hours of experience working with youth; OR Vocational Training certificate, credential or documentation as a trade journey-person in vocational skills and at least 100 hours of experience working with youth as a mentor, athletic coach, teacher, vocational coach, or tutor; OR One year of previous employment as a full time staff or volunteer at a group home, STRTP or substance abuse treatment program; OR Relevant life experience in the child welfare, mental health or juvenile justice system as a consumer or caregiver
- You must have a valid California Driver License and good driving record (required!), and be insurable for driving with the agency’s insurance company
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $19.25 per hour
License/Certification:
- CA Driver's License (Required)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
- Night Shift (Preferred)
- Overnight Shift (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Van Nuys, CA 91406 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Van Nuys, CA 91406: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $19
