Residential Counselor - Overnight Awake

Company: Bay State Community Services
Location: Quincy
Posted on: February 25, 2021

Job Description:

Bay State Community Services
Description:
******$1000 Sign On Bonus with NEW PAY RATE AVAILABLE!!!*********Programs located in Quincy and Hingham - $15.50 per hourIf you are looking to be part of a non-profit agency that has an excellent reputation, strength-based supervision and high regard when it comes to honoring the mission of our work, Bay State Community Services is the right place for you.Bay state is seeking caring, responsible, energetic, people who enjoy working with adolescents to join our residential team. Apply now!!The Residential Counselor is a direct service position. Counselors ensure the safety and wellbeing of the adolescents of the program. This position is responsible for carrying out the programming, activities, and therapeutic groups of the program. Program adolescents are often in great personal turmoil when they arrive. Counselors offer support, guidance, and structure to help the adolescents regain stability in their lives.What You Will Be Doing to Make a Difference...

• Able to stay awake throughout the entire shift
• Able to follow appropriate procedures outlined by program for conducting bed checks
• Ensures all adolescents are accounted for throughout the overnight shift
• Supports adolescents with developing daily living skills
• Maintains the safety, cleanliness, and physical appearance of the facility
• Implements interventions associated with treatment and service plan goals
• Participates in de-escalation and physical interventions of adolescents when required
• Drives adolescents to school, appointments, and recreational activities
• Attendance must be regular, reliable, and punctual
• Maintains an acceptable driving record
• Implements and adheres to the behavioral support system of the program
• Dispenses medication in accordance with proper protocol, policies and procedureSalary/Benefits-Bay State Community Services recognizes all the hard work of our staff and provides outstanding benefits including:Competitive SalaryBENEFITS START DAY ONE!!!!!3 weeks accrued vacation upon hiring; 4 weeks accrued vacation after 2 years of service11 paid holidaysHealth/Dental403(b) Retirement Plan with employer matchLife and AD&D Insurance, and Long-term Disability (LTD)Medical FSA and Dependent Care AccountMileage for all employees that drive for BSCS as part of their job responsibilityParking reimbursement for all employees that are required to conduct business for BSCSEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Voluntary Short-term Disability PlanVoluntary Vision PlanSchedule:Saturday-Wednesday 11p-7a******$1000 Sign On Bonus with NEW PAY RATE AVAILABLE!!!*********Programs located in Quincy and Hingham - $15.50 per hour .
  
  Requirements:
  Credentials/Qualifications:Bachelor's level degree in Human Services field or related field preferred but not required1 year experience working with adolescents is preferredResidential experience preferredExperience with systems (e.g. DMH, DCF) preferredAdditional languages desirable, though not requiredAble to learn, carry out and be certified in CPI physical interventions, and de-escalation techniquesAble to learn, carry out and be certified in CPR and first aidValid MA driver's license with acceptable driving record and current proof of insuranceAcceptable CORI, SORI and DEEC background record check including fingerprinting******$1000 Sign On Bonus with NEW PAY RATE AVAILABLE!!!*********Programs located in Quincy and Hingham - $15.50 per hourBay State Community Services is committed to diversity, inclusion, and social justice. We are committed to providing an environment free from harassment of any kind, and mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all qualified applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Bay State Community Services believes diversity and inclusion, and social justice is an action, and as such seeks to operationalize policies, procedures and systems, that support a talented, and diverse workforce. PI130049448

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