Child Counselor

Job description

Minimal Requirements:

Must be 21 years of age.

Must clear a criminal background check

Must have reliable transportation

Must be willing to work weekends and nights

Must be able to pass a drug screening

Must have a medical clearance

Energetic and active individual

Enjoy working with children

Patient

Ability to work well with co-workers of all ages.

Our program is designed to treat children with the following characteristics and behaviors: offenses against others and property, acts of disobedience at home and school; poor social skills; poor interaction with authority figures; impulsive behavior; use of obscene provocative language; manipulative of adults; theft, lack of respect for others property; has temper tantrums and is volatile; verbally and physically threatens peers and adults;

demands attention; get into fights; depressed and/ or withdrawn behavior. We also focus on children who are at risk or have been physically or sexually abused, neglected, abandoned, emotionally abused, neglected and /or exploited. Our program is designed for children who have been diagnosed with dual disorders due to a history of destructive circumstances or a dysfunctional environment. Our lower level homes are suitable for children that are first time placements, in Short Term Intensive Treatment Centers, or transitioning from a higher level of care to a less restrictive and less service-intensive placement, such as with a foster family or an extended family member.

Our purpose is to help children with behavioral problems and who are in need of a more stable environment in order for them to function well in society. All of God’s Children’s Short Term Intensive Treatment Center supports our resident’s emotional, social, intellectual, and physical well-being.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Assist in supervising the conduct and behavior of emotional disturbed children, as well as, assist in processing new arrivals. Assist in direction, constructive activities, and imposed restrictions as necessary. Childcare Workers also perform the following duties:
Office work/daily reports, cooking, housecleaning, willing and able to drive a 14 passenger van transporting children, physical restrain if a child is in danger of injuring his self of others, and laundry. Additional duties consist of assisting with visitation monitoring, dressing, grooming and hygiene, tutoring, and moving or lifting furniture up to 25lbs.

Must be patient and understanding of the challenging behaviors of emotionally disturbed children. Understand that childcare workers might be subjected to a variety of stressful situations, name calling, yelling, or physical aggression. Must be mentally capable to self-regulate and have the physical ability & energy level to keep up with children. All shifts must remain awake and alert at all times.

Salary commensurate with experience and education.

Job Types: Part-time, Full-time

Pay: $16.50 - $18.00 per hour

Schedule:

8 hour shift

Day shift

Evening shift

Holidays

Night shift

Overnight shift