Overnight Youth Residential Counselor

Children's Home Association; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off (3 weeks)

9 holidays

Sick leave 12 days/year

Medical/vision/dental insurance

401K with company match

Life insurance, STD and LTD

Job summary

Children’s Home Association of Illinois (CHAIL) in Peoria, IL is seeking an Overnight Worker to ensure the safety and well-being of residents during night hours. This role requires staying awake, performing bed checks, and handling routine unit duties.

The position involves working with a residential treatment program for youth ages 8-19, maintaining strict adherence to licensing standards and providing compassionate, confidential care.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent.
• Related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide awake, overnight coverage ensuring safety and security of clients during sleeping hours.
• Complete bed checks every 15 minutes and document accurately.
• Perform household duties to maintain cleanliness and aid wakefulness.
• Follow licensing standards and agency policies at all times.

Skills

Child care skills

Dependability

Teamwork with disturbed children

Independent work

Cultural sensitivity

Professional confidentiality

DCFS age requirement

Awake during shift

Communication skills

Restraint abilities

Stamina under stress

Valid driver’s license

DCFS driving requirements

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Children’s Home Association of Illinois (CHAIL) in Peoria, IL is seeking an Overnight Worker to ensure the safety and well-being of residents during night hours. This role requires staying awake, performing bed checks, and handling routine unit duties.

The position involves working with a residential treatment program for youth ages 8-19, maintaining strict adherence to licensing standards and providing compassionate, confidential care.