Youth Mental Health Counselor

Job Description YCCS (Youth Community Crisis Stabilization) Is a

short-term residential treatment model for children ages 4-17 in need of

acute crisis stabilization. As a Youth Mental Health Counselor, you will

work with clients of varying ages who are currently experiencing a metal

health crisis and work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to provide

acute therapeutic services. Our CBAT program provides comprehensive

services through a multi-disciplinary approach for children and

adolescents. YCCS is a 24 hour program which is composed of three

shifts: 1st (7am- 3pm), 2nd (3-11pm) and 3rd (11p-7am) , including

weekends and holidays. There is a \$1 differential for 3rd shift or

weekend shifts. Part-Time or Full-time Available - Candidates must be

available to work a mix of 1st and 2nd shifts HS Diploma/GED \$19.00 per

hour / Bachelor\'s Degree \$20.50 per hour \$1 per hour Language

Differential! (eligible languages include: Cape Verdean Creole, Haitian

Creole, Portuguese, Spanish or ASL) Qualifications: ? High School

Diploma, Associates Degree, Certified Peer Specialist, Bachelors Degree

(Certified Peer Specialist are hired at BA rate (\$20.50/hour) ? Must be

at least 21 years old ? Must have valid drivers license and reliable

transportation ? Ability to work within a culturally diverse and

inclusive environment ? Strong problem solving and decision making

abilities ? Ability to communicate about/with the clients served in a

manner which promotes their growth, human rights, and integration into

the community Responsibilities: The following responsibilities are not

meant to be all inclusive and may be adjusted to meet the agency?s

needs. ? Act as a role model and provide a safe and nurturing

environment for children and adolescents while helping them to gain

sustainable skills that aid in their success in home, school, and the

community ? Youth Mental Health Counselors will focus on social,

recreational, and behavioral needs of children and adolescents while

ensuring their physical, emotional, and social needs are being met ?

Develop meaningful and supportive relationships with all clients,

emphasizing client accountability and attainment of client goals ?

Function as a consistent and interactive presence within the milieu ?

Plan and facilitate activities, including informal client counseling,

recreational activities, and life skill discussions and groups ? Abide

by and follow the behavioral model and all program interventions ?

Ability to utilize physical intervention as a last resort and within the

agency guidelines (CPI training will be provided) ? Works effectively

and professionally with clients and collaterals, such as family members,

state agency personnel, other agencies and professionals ? Perform basic

households duties and meal preparation ? Must attend all mandatory

monthly staff meetings and trainings