ADOLESCENT RESIDENTIAL COUNSELOR - PRN-FUTURE OPPORTUNITY

Skyland Trail; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in mental health treatment is seeking an Adolescent Residential Counselor for future opportunities. This role involves providing essential support and supervision to adolescents in a residential setting. Responsibilities include monitoring client behavior, assisting with daily living skills, and facilitating therapy sessions. The organization values diversity and inclusion, offering a collaborative environment where you can make a significant impact on clients' lives. Join a team dedicated to fostering resilience and growth in young individuals facing mental health challenges.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field, or 2 years of clinical experience.
• Preferred: Master's degree and licensure or license-eligible clinician status.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical and residential support to clients.
• Monitor and document clients' behavior and progress.
• Assist clients with daily living and social skills.

Skills

Crisis Management

Communication Skills

Behavioral Monitoring

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Psychology

Master's degree in Counseling

Tools

Clinical Documentation

CPI Certification

Job description

ADOLESCENT RESIDENTIAL COUNSELOR - PRN-FUTURE OPPORTUNITY

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Job Overview

Please note that this is a FUTURE OPPORTUNITY! Submit your application and resume to be considered. We will review your information when a position opens that needs to be filled. Skyland Trail, a nonprofit mental health residential treatment program for adults and adolescents in Atlanta, is seeking an Adolescent Residential Counselor PRN.

Scope

To provide supervision, education, training, and various support services to clients and clinical staff of the Adolescent Program.

Shifts

• 1st Shift: 7:00 am - 3:30 pm
• 2nd Shift: 3:00 pm - 11:30 pm
• 3rd Shift: 11:00 pm - 7:30 am

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical, residential, program support, and supervision to clients.
• Monitor and document clients' behavior, location, progress; communicate needs or concerns to the clinical team.
• Complete shift change summaries and document pertinent information regarding resiliency goals, behavioral concerns, and progress.
• Assist clients with activities of daily living, interpersonal, and social skills.
• Complete incident reports and ensure safety and cleanliness of client rooms.
• Transport clients for off-campus activities and appointments, ensuring safety and vehicle maintenance.
• Conduct residential groups, facilitate client activities, and support community meetings.
• Co-facilitate therapy sessions with clinicians when requested.
• Ensure safety procedures are followed, conduct emergency preparedness, and maintain facility standards.
• Assist in crisis situations and ensure continuous communication and safety protocols are followed.
• Provide superior customer service and complete required training annually.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or related field, or 2 years of clinical experience.
• Preferred: Master's degree and licensure or license-eligible clinician status.

Competencies

• CPI Certification, crisis management, group development, emergency procedures, clinical documentation, adolescent development, and knowledge of mental health diagnoses such as Anxiety, OCD, and Mood Disorders.

Workplace Culture & Policies

Skyland Trail values diversity, inclusion, and cultural equity. The organization is nicotine-free and recommends vaccinations for COVID-19 and influenza.