Overnight Residential Counselor (Part-time) - JRI : Job Details

Who We Are Looking For:Are you the Awake Overnight Residential Counselor (Part-time) 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 You'll 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 strongly committed to providing an inclusive, diverse and welcoming environment for our employees and the people we serve.
• We offer a $2,000 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 resource groups (including multicultural affinity groups, LGBTQ+ advocacy, employee engagement groups, etc.), self-care 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 Driver's License.
• Remain awake throughout overnight shift to complete head checks every 7-15 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.

JRI is an equal opportunity employer and is strongly committed to building and maintaining a diverse community. Persons from diverse backgrounds including women, communities of color, the LGBTQ community and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.#IND123