What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Care Counselor Residential position at Secure Haven Youth Services?
The Direct Care Counselor shall have direct responsibility for guidance and supervision to whom he/she is assigned including:
- Overseeing physical care in a group home setting
- Development of acceptable habits and attitudes
- Management of resident behavior
- Transport residents to various activities
- Administer medication as prescribed
- Ability to work with children diagnosed with mental health disorders
- Provide mentoring /counseling to the residents, as needed
- Attend meetings and trainings pertaining to the job duties
- The Direct Care Counselor must have:
- A valid driver's license
- Clean criminal background history
- A high school graduate
- Must be at least 26 years old
Secure Haven Youth Services is a Children's Residential Facility for adolescent males aged 12-17.
Salary : $16 - $18