Residential Child Counselor (Pasadena)

Hillsides; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 24,851 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign on bonus of $2,000

401(k) matching up to 4%

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Job summary

A premier provider of child and family services seeks dedicated individuals to supervise and support children and young adults. You will help them develop socially acceptable behaviors and assist in educational activities. The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma, an interest in working with children, and a valid California driver's license. This role offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including a sign-on bonus and flexible scheduling.

Qualifications

• Interest in working with children and ability to respond to their needs.
• Valid California driver's license and acceptable driving record.
• Experience or knowledge of trauma-informed care principles.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and protect children individually and in groups.
• Assist in educational activities as guided by supervisors.
• Participate in the development of individual care plans.

Skills

Ability to supervise children

Good judgment and interpersonal skills

Commitment to trauma-informed care

Physical fitness for activities

Education

High School Diploma

AA or Bachelor's degree

Job description

We are a premier provider dedicated to healing children and young adults, strengthening families, and transforming communities through quality, comprehensive services and advocacy. We envision a world in which children and young adults, families, and communities are able to heal, grow, and thrive.

Job Type: Full-time, non-exempt opportunities with flexible work schedules (mornings, evenings, and overnights)

Starting Salary Range: $18.04 to $20.00 per hour (based on experience)

What We Offer

An outstanding benefits package and numerous opportunities for career growth and advancement within our organization!

• Sign on Bonus of $2,000! Bonus split and paid in increments at 1 month, 3 months, 6 months and 1st year.
• Overnight Shift Differential of $1.00 per hour working from 10pm to 9am
• 13 Paid Holidays per year including Cesar Chavez & Juneteenth
• Earn up to 22 days of PTO
• 401(k) with no wait period and no vesting schedule
• 401(k) matching up to 4%
• Medical insurance offering 3 HMO with Kaiser and Health Net, and also a PPO Plan
• The Difference Card- Employer-funded benefit that works alongside an employee's health insurance plan to help offset out-of-pocket costs like copays, deductibles, and coinsurance.
• Dental insurance both HMO & PPO options, with 100% employer paid for HMO employee only coverage plan
• Vision insurance offers 100% employer-paid vision plan through EyeMed for you and your entire family
• Life and AD&D insurance 100% employer paid up to two times the annual salary
• Long Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Account for Medical and Dependent Care
• Employee Assistance Program
• This role is eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Other duties may be assigned.

• Supervise and protect children individually and in groups at all times
• Help children acquire socially acceptable habits of behavior, appearance and develop improved personal relationships
• Under the guidance of the teacher, cottage supervisor, or lead child care counselor, assist with all education activities in their designated program.
• Help each child relate to the group and to handle individual problems
• Be involved in the social skills training of each resident
• Use appropriate authority and discipline as necessary to set limits for behavior and help each child develop his own capacity for self-control
• Participate as a unit team member in the development of individual child care plans directed toward return of the child to his own home or other appropriate placement
• Display maturity, emotional security, and temperament to care for children and adolescent residents
• Exhibit good judgment and ability to get along with other staff members
• Be able to give residents individual understanding and affection
• Be able to organize and participate in group discussions, conversation during meals, recreation and art and music appreciation
• Be able to structure and assist in various daily living skills which foster independent functioning, including but not limited to grooming, shopping, cooking, etc.
• Be able to organize, facilitate and participate in various leisure time activities through cultivation of personal interests and join with the children and adolescents in normal leisure activities such as dancing, recreation, camping, etc.
• Engage in recreational and/or therapeutic sports activities with clients as needed
• Be able to organize and participate in various activities such as games, sports and exercise
• Be available for and be able to integrate training as provided on a regular basis
• Able to drive for prolonged periods, stretch, reach, push, pull, bend, carry, lift, run, and walk
• Transport clients to required appointments, community events, or other needed destinations.
• Ensure cleanliness of client bedrooms and cottage common areas at all times
• Attend appointments, religious services, gender affirming events, or any client related activities on campus or in the community with clients while providing care and supervision.
• Be available to work in other departments/cottages as a child care counselor when called upon.
• Document client related behaviors in accordance with program and contract required procedures.
• Other duties as required

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & CERTIFICATES

• High School Diploma required
• AA (60 units) or bachelor's degree preferred
• Interest in working with children
• Feel comfortable with children and be responsive to them
• Valid California driver's license, driving record and personal vehicle insurance acceptable to Hillsides' insurance carrier

TRAUMA INFORMED CARE (TIC)

Hillsides practices Trauma Informed Care (TIC) principles which recognizes the signs, symptoms, and widespread impact of trauma; Employees are asked to comprehensively integrate knowledge of Trauma Informed Care into policies, procedures, and practices with the goal to prevent re-traumatization which promotes healing of families, youth, individuals, and communities.

Hillsides is an Equal Opportunity Employer