Youth Residential Treatment Counselor – CARE Model

Catholic Charities of Baltimore; Mays Chapel (MD); On-site; USD 27,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision

Vacation/sick/holiday pay

403(b) Retirement Plan

Tuition Advancement

Paid Parental Leave

Job summary

Catholic Charities of Baltimore, St. Vincent Villa is seeking Residential Treatment Counselors to provide treatment, care, and supportive services for children aged 5-13 in a residential program.

You will supervise daily living activities, reinforce CARE philosophy and Behavioral Intervention Plans, and partner with clinical staff to maintain a structured therapeutic milieu. The role requires compassionate, patient communication and the ability to manage multiple shifts in a 4- or 5-day workweek

Qualifications

• Use the CARE model to influence and guide interactions with children, families, and colleagues.
• Demonstrate effective oral and written communication in contacts with teachers, families, and staff.
• Show active listening skills and empathetic engagement with residents.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and assist children in daily living activities to ensure safety and nurturance.
• Model respectful, responsible behavior and foster age-appropriate social interactions.
• Escort children between spaces and accompany them to appointments for supervision.
• Maintain therapeutic milieu through sound judgment and routine adjustments as needed.
• Use therapeutic communication tailored to diagnosis, age, and development level.
• Assess behavior and mood and adapt schedules and activities accordingly.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

CARE model knowledge

Oral and written communication

Active listening

Crisis intervention

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Catholic Charities of Baltimore, St. Vincent Villa is seeking Residential Treatment Counselors to provide treatment, care, and supportive services for children aged 5-13 in a residential program.

You will supervise daily living activities, reinforce CARE philosophy and Behavioral Intervention Plans, and partner with clinical staff to maintain a structured therapeutic milieu. The role requires compassionate, patient communication and the ability to manage multiple shifts in a 4- or 5-day workweek