What are the responsibilities and job description for the Master Teacher Counselor position at Pressley Ridge?
Be the change you wish to see in the world! Come join our team to empower children and families in our communities to transform their lives and develop to their full potential.
Pressley Ridge Benefits
The well-being of our employees and their families is important to us. At Pressley Ridge, we strive to provide the most competitive and comprehensive employee benefit programs that are affordable and help you and your family achieve and maintain your best possible health.
- Health Savings Account (HSA) with 50% employer match
- Prescription coverage
- Dental and vision plans
- Patient advocate and Medicare specialists available at no cost
- Dependent Care Flexible Savings Account
- Wellness incentive (up to $250)
- 403b with up to 9% employer give/match
- Free life insurance and AD&D
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 9 paid holidays (7 recognized holidays plus a floating and birthday holiday per year)
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Position Summary
Pressley Ridge Grant Gardens in Ona, WV has a current opening for a Master Teacher/Counselor (MT/C). MT/Cs assists the supervisor in developing, implementing, and monitoring of treatment plans and procedures. The Master Teacher/Counselor resides with assigned youth according to a variable pattern, required by program’s schedule.
Essential Responsibilities
- Building and maintaining positive relationships with youth.
- Supervision and support of teacher/counselor staff.
- Consults with treatment team.
- Assures routine and program procedures and expectations.
- Assures safety and well-being.
- Documentation and record keeping.
Qualifications
- Clearances. State Police/FBI clearance per state regulation; Child Abuse Registry clearance; any additional background checks/clearances required by state governing bodies.
- Valid driver’s license and current vehicle insurance.
Working Conditions
- Physical Demands. Requires vision, hearing (with the exception of Pressley Ridge School for the Deaf) and a moderate to high level of physical activity including; sitting, standing, walking lifting and carrying as required. Must be able to meet
the demands and complete Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI). - Environmental Factors. Indoors/Outdoors: Residential treatment facility, school, home, community.
- Working Hours. Overnight hours, days based on program need.
