Overnight Youth Residential Counselor - Therapeutic Care

Focus Behavioral Health Inc.; Lenoir (NC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Focus Behavioral Health Inc. seeks a dedicated overnight staff member to work in a 24-hour residential program for male youth. You will assist clients in following treatment goals, review plans, and model professional behavior in all interactions.

Responsibilities include night-time monitoring, preparing meals, supporting morning routines, administering medications as ordered, and maintaining facility cleanliness. A commitment to confidentiality and safety is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 21 years of age.
• Background check and drug screening required.
• Commitment to confidentiality per HIPAA standards.
• Must be able to work overnight shifts and supervise youth.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapeutic care and treatment according to the Counselor's Orientation manual and agency policies.
• Maintain cleanliness of facility during the overnight shift while clients are asleep.
• Monitor clients at irregular intervals to ensure safety and compliance throughout the night.
• Prepare meals for the next day and assist with morning routines.
• Wake clients in the morning and support daily schedule; administer medications as ordered.
• Learn and model program tools such as Head Heart Hands and Think It Tools for Living.
• Attend staff meetings and mandatory trainings; cooperate with supervisory guidance.
• Support teamwork and participate in safety and quality improvement programs.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job description

Focus Behavioral Health Inc. seeks a dedicated overnight staff member to work in a 24-hour residential program for male youth. You will assist clients in following treatment goals, review plans, and model professional behavior in all interactions.

Responsibilities include night-time monitoring, preparing meals, supporting morning routines, administering medications as ordered, and maintaining facility cleanliness. A commitment to confidentiality and safety is essential.