Youth Advocate 2nd shift weekend

Children And Families First Delaware Inc; Seaford (DE); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Children And Families First Delaware Inc in Seaford, DE is seeking a Part-time Residential Counselor to supervise residents and guide daily routines using the program's Behavioral Modification practices. You will counsel residents in living skills, self-care, and crisis intervention as needed, including passive restraint where appropriate.

The role involves monitoring homework time, coordinating meals, documenting performance, and supporting activities like recreational therapy.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in Human Services or related field is preferred; equivalency will be considered.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Ability to respond appropriately to cultural differences.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Must complete at least 40 hours of annual training including CPR, First Aid, Passive Physical Restraint and Crisis Control Techniques.
• Previous counseling experience, preferably with adolescents.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and accurately.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and guide residents through daily routines using Behavioral Modification practices.
• Counsel residents in living skills, self care, and crisis intervention as needed.
• Oversee homework and study periods and monitor library use.
• Assist with meals and monitor food selection; track inventory.
• Document and chart resident performance and behavior.
• Support recreational and arts therapy activities.
• Supervise residents' self-administration of medications as appropriate.
• Perform emergency drills as needed.
• Drive escort residents to medical appointments.
• Monitor resident movement to and from school.
• Follow program policies and use supplies appropriately.

Skills

Communication skills

Counseling experience

Cultural sensitivity

Independent work

Crisis intervention awareness

Education

Associate’s Degree in Human Services or related field

Job description

Description

• Supervise and guide residents through daily routine/schedule utilizing the program’s Behavioral Modification practices.
• Counsel residents in appropriate living, social interaction, self care/personal hygiene, and related skills; crisis intervention counseling as needed, which may include using passive restraint techniques.
• Oversees conducting of homework and study hour periods; monitors use of library.
• May prepare meals and monitor/direct resident behavior and appropriate food selection during meals; utilize food and supplies according to inventory procedures.
• Document and chart resident performance and behavior, compile statistics and other documentation of resident performance and behavior.
• Participate in and guide resident participation in recreational therapy and creative arts therapy exercises and activities; assist in planning of such programs.
• Supervises and assists residents in any self-administration of medications as appropriate.
• Perform emergency drills as needed.
• Drive and escort residents to medical, dental, and other professional appointments.
• Monitor resident movement to and from school, and otherwise.
• Perform duties in accordance with program policies and procedures and utilize inventory, supplies, equipment, and program possessions appropriately.

Work schedule:

• Part-time, 16 hours/week
• Friday & Saturday 3:30-11:30p

Requirements

• Associate’s Degree in Human Services or related field with one year of related work experience is desired; however, an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Ability to respond appropriately to the cultural differences present among the agency’s service population.
• Must have valid driver’s license, which meets the requirements of the agency’s insurance carrier.
• Must maintain at least forty hours of training per year to include Medication Administration, CPR, First Aid, Passive Physical Restraint, and Crisis Control Techniques.
• Previous counseling experience, preferably with adolescents.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and accurately.

EOE