Job Description
Job Description
Job Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Residential Counselor to join our team in a Male Level III Group Home during the second shift (2pm–10pm). This vital role involves providing high-quality care and support to residents ensuring their safety, well-being, and independence. This role is critical in maintaining a safe, therapeutic, and structured environment for youth with behavioral and emotional needs.
The ideal candidate must be dependable, emotionally mature, able to maintain firm boundaries, and comfortable working in a high-structure setting. As a Residential Counselor, you will create a positive, nurturing environment where residents can thrive, develop life skills, and enjoy meaningful daily experiences. Your energy and commitment will help foster a respectful community that promotes dignity and respect for every individual.
Duties & Responsibilities
Supervision & Safety
- Provide continuous supervision of residents during assigned shift
- Ensure compliance with Level III service standards and agency policies
- Monitor behavior and intervene appropriately during escalated situations
- Conduct room checks and routine safety checks
- Ensure a safe and secure living environment at all times
Behavioral & Therapeutic Support
- Implement individualized service plans and behavioral interventions
- Reinforce positive behaviors using approved behavior management techniques
- De-escalate conflicts using therapeutic crisis intervention strategies
- Support residents in developing coping skills and problem-solving skills
- Maintain appropriate professional boundaries at all times
Daily Living & Structure
- Assist residents with daily routines (hygiene, chores, meals, homework time)
- Facilitate structured recreational and life-skills activities
- Ensure residents follow daily schedules and house expectations
- Promote accountability and responsibility within the home
Documentation & Compliance
- Complete shift notes, progress notes, and incident reports accurately and on time
- Document behavioral incidents, and safety concerns
- Maintain confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA and agency standards
- Participate in team meetings and provide input on resident progress
Transportation
- Transport residents to school, appointments, court, or community activities
- Maintain vehicle logs and ensure safe driving practices
Team Collaboration
- Communicate effectively with supervisors and team members
- Participate in ongoing training and professional development
- Support a positive and unified team culture
Skills
- Ability to remain calm, composed, and emotionally regulated during high-stress situations
- Skilled in verbal de-escalation techniques
- Ability to assess situations quickly and respond appropriately
- Comfortable managing aggressive, defiant, or emotionally dysregulated behaviors
- Ability to follow approved crisis intervention protocols
- Knowledge of first aid procedures and emergency response protocols
- Ability to perform personal care tasks with compassion and professionalism
- Familiarity with medication administration and vital signs monitoring
- Excellent communication skills to effectively support residents’ needs and collaborate with team members
- Valid driver’s license for transportation duties when necessary
- Strong understanding of structured environments and behavioral expectations
- Ability to consistently enforce rules without favoritism
- Skilled in redirection, limit-setting, and natural consequences
- Ability to reinforce positive behaviors through encouragement and accountability
- Comfortable maintaining authority while building rapport
- Ability to maintain clear professional boundaries with youth
- Strong judgment and decision-making skills
- Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times
- Ethical behavior in alignment with agency and state regulations
- Ability to avoid power struggles and respond professionally to manipulation
Join us in making a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals who rely on compassionate caregiving. Your dedication will foster independence, safety, and happiness within our vibrant community.
Job Type: Full-time and Part-time
Pay: $14.00 - $17.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- Paid orientation
- Paid training
Work Location: In person