Qualifications:

• Minimum: High school Diploma
• Preferred: Bachelor's degree in a related field or any combination of disability related experience and college education of 2 years or more.

Mission:

The training Counselor provides services that enable the persons served to maximize personal, social and independent living skills.

Work Schedule:

• To be determined. Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.
• Shifts: 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.; 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., 11:00 p.m to 7:00 a.m.
• 40 hours per week. Part time also available.

Example of Responsibilities:

• Assists in the support, development and habilitation of the persons served by participating in the implementation of established programs.
• Assists persons served in the development of personal care habits.
• Participates in individual and group therapy sessions.
• Participates in resident staffings.
• Provide crisis intervention when necessary.
• Supervise residents in all of their activities on and off the facility premises.
• Provides information to parents and other interested parties while maintaining Avenues standards of confidentiality.
• Ensure safe living conditions for all persons served.
• Must pass State required background check.
• Must pass State required program to pass medications to residents
• Valid drivers license required.
• Attend seminars, conventions and other training sessions for the purpose of career growth and development.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned.

Desired Leadership Skills:

• Effective team member
• Good communicator (written and verbal)
• Client centered
• Strong work ethic
• Empathetic

Exempt Status:

Not Exempt

Reports To:

Program Manager

Responsible For:

Program Participants

For more information on this position, please Contact Avenues. In the Comments box, type in "Residential Training Counselor Position".