High school diploma or GED required. A bachelor's degree in a Human Services related field is preferred.
- Experience working with people with developmental disabilities, behavioral conditions and/or brain injury strongly preferred.
- Strong time management and writing skills.
- Must be at least 21 years of age and have a current, valid, US drivers' license for at least 6 months.
- Must be able to become CPR, First Aid certified within 2 weeks of employment and MAP certified within 150 days of employment.
- Must be able to successfully pass a CORI, reference, national fingerprinting and driving record check.
Knowledge and Skills:
• Knowledge and use of advocacy techniques
• Knowledge and use of different communication styles
• Knowledge of empowerment and self-advocacy techniques
• Knowledge of participatory planning techniques
• Knowledge of required physical personal management skills
• Knowledge of required household management skills
• Knowledge of crisis intervention techniques
• Sensitivity to cultural, religious, racial, disability, and gender issues
• Participatory skills, collaborative skills, teaching skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team
• Ability to adapt and communicate to a variety individuals through the use of different communication styles
• Ability to work in a professional and confidential capacity
• High motivation to learn, practice new skills
• Consistency in performance
• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written formats
Learn or Master the Following Areas:
• Knowledge and use of advocacy techniques
• Knowledge of empowerment and self-advocacy techniques
Residential Counselor II - BID 3
• Knowledge and proven ability to promote family partnerships
• Knowledge and proven ability to promote social inclusion in a way that supports individual choices
• Knowledge and proven ability to promote ability to implement PBS treatment programs
• Knowledge of participatory planning techniques
• Knowledge of required physical personal management skills
• Knowledge of crisis intervention techniques
Typical Requirements:
Candidates with one or more years of experience and/or training in a related function will be given preference for employment.
Preferred /Required Education:
A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
Driving Requirements:
Driving is a requirement for this position using either a Vinfen van or personal vehicle. If using a personal vehicle, you must possess and maintain adequate insurance as well as maintain a safe driving record which is subject to annual checks. A valid driver's license must be presented at the time of employment. Incumbents must be at least 21 years of age, have maintained a valid US driver's license for at least one year, and must be able to pass a driver's screening background check.
Physical Effort:
Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, climb as this is a very physically active position. Must be able to lift at least 25 pounds using proper lifting techniques or the use of a two-person lift. Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment such as a calculator, copier, and printer. Ability to sit, reach, climb stairs, and maneuver through narrow spaces or hallways. Ability to assist clients with tasks of daily living. Ability to speak, hear, and communicate with clients, staff, and external representatives. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
For positions in day programs or group residences, the ability to assist in routine living activities including cleaning, meal preparation, vacuuming, shoveling, and grocery shopping.
Required Certifications:
CPR required within two weeks of hire
First Aid required within two weeks of hire
MAP required within 150 days of hire
PBS Tier 1 required within 150 days of hire
Safety Care required within 90 days of hire
May be asked to obtain CBIS certification (Certified Brain Injury Specialist)