Residential Counselor (1st Shift)

Three Rivers Midlands; Columbia, Northern (SC, KY); Hybrid; USD 31,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Generous paid time off

Excellent medical plan

Dental plan

Vision plan

401(K) with company match

Student loan refinancing

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Three Rivers Midlands in Columbia, SC, is seeking a Full-time Residential Counselor to work 7:00am–3:30pm with rotating weekends. You will be part of the residential and clinical treatment team, supporting residents aged 6–21 across psychiatric, addictive, and chemical dependency issues.

The role emphasizes therapeutic engagement, adherence to treatment plans, and collaboration with nurses. A high school diploma is required, with preference for a psychology-related degree and at least 1 year of

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; Bachelor’s in psychology preferred.
• Minimum 1 year of direct care experience with children/adolescents.
• Knowledge of therapeutic relationships and behavior management.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing resident program schedule and MTP with the treatment team.
• Support nurses in psychiatric and physical care per established procedures.
• Engage residents in activities while maintaining professional boundaries.
• Collaborate with staff to ensure safe, therapeutic environment.

Skills

Direct care experience

Therapeutic relationships knowledge

Fast-paced environment

Interpersonal communication

Education

High school diploma preferred, Bachelor's in psychology

Job description

Responsibilities

Three Rivers Midlands is seeking a dynamic & talented Full-time Residential Counselor

Three Rivers Midlands is a comprehensive behavioral health facility treating children and adolescents through residential and Rehabilitative Behavioral Health Services (RBH). We treat males and females ages 6-21 for a wide spectrum of psychiatric issues, addictive behaviors, and chemical dependency related illnesses.

http://threeriversmidlands.org /

Residential Counselor Key Responsibilities include:

The Residential Counselor (RC) works closely with all members of the residential and clinical treatment team. Plays an integral part of assuring that the resident program schedule and resident master treatment plan (MTP) are carried out as planned by the Team. Performs various duties assisting nurses in the psychiatric and physical treatment and care of residents in accordance with established methods and procedures of the facility.Interacts closely with residents remaining engaged in the various activities and events that residents experience throughout the treatment day.Interacts with residents in a therapeutic manner at all times and assists other staff to also maintain appropriate boundaries.

Full Time Day Position, 7:00am – 3:30pm with rotating weekends. Full-time RCs are assigned (01) one Mandatory Stay shift per week.

Benefit Highlights

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!

About Universal Health Services

One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, annual revenues were $15.8 billion in 2024. UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 99,000 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. www.uhs.com

Qualifications

Position Requirements:

• High school diploma required but strongly prefer a Bachelors degree in psychology or a related field with a minimum of 1 year of direct care experience working with adolescents and children in a Residential Treatment Facility, educational or juvenile setting.
• Valid SC Drivers License preferred
• Requires ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Must possess knowledge of therapeutic relationships, therapeutic processes, adolescent growth and development, limit-setting and behavior management

EEO Statement

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