Overnight Residential Counselor Part-time

Who We Are Looking For:

Are you the Awake Overnight Residential Counselor (Parttime) we have been looking for In this position you will be able to convey your passion for helping others with a dynamic team by bringing an energetic and positive approach while working with our clients!

Rising Futures Young Parent Living Program (Formally known as the Teen Parenting Program)is a DCF and DTA funded residential program for teen parents who are pregnant and/or parenting. We provide apartment style living in a staff supported environment. The YPLP offers services including independent living and parenting skill groups education and job search support day care and medical referrals housing search and aftercare support.

Schedule: This position is for a permanent Saturday overnight shift each week from 12 AM 8 AM. You have the ability to pick up more shifts as they become available.

The ideal candidate must be a team player be safety conscious have excellent boundaries & excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Due to the nature of our work and the youth who are depending on us there are times where overtime may be mandated.

What Youll Do:

• Check clients & children throughout the night.
• Complete light cleaning tasks.
• Assist clients when needed throughout the shift with independent living skills parenting skills and other needed issues.
• Transport clients to bus stations and school in the mornings (if applicable).
• Administer medications to clients and children.
• Document all client interactions.
• Complete shift paperwork including reports communication incident reports and special plans.
• Attend scheduled staff meetings required trainings and provide emergency shift coverage as required.

Why JRI

• Be who you are! JRI is committed to creating a workplace built on respect collaboration and opportunity where every employee is valued and supported in making a meaningful impact.
• We offer a $2000 bilingual bonus to new hires who speak a second language other than English!
• Reimbursement is available for employees to cover the registration costs and annual fees for any professional license required for work such as LMHC LCSW LICSW RN and more!
• Access to our excellent Blue Cross medical and Delta Dental benefits.
• Retirement benefits including 401K matched up to $800 a year and pension after 5 years of employment.
• Professional development opportunities such as tuition reimbursement up to almost $4000 per year and discounted tuition rates to select partnership colleges and universities!
• Wellness benefits including access to employee engagement groups selfcare resources and an Employee Assistance Program.
• Generous paid time off up to 19 days for full time employees in your first year and much more!

Requirements:

• Must be 21 years or older.
• High School Diploma.
• Active Drivers License.
• Remain awake throughout overnight shift to complete head checks every 715 minutes.
• Candidates should have excellent organization and communication skills.
• Candidates with previous work experience with adolescents in a residential or inpatient setting are preferred.
• Background and driving record checks will be performed.

At JRI we are committed to fostering a workplace where every team member feels valued and respected. We believe that a culture built on mutual respect collaboration and opportunity allows our staff to thrive and do their best work. By supporting one another and recognizing each persons contributions we create an environment where people can grow develop their skills and make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve. JRI is an equal opportunity employer.

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