Night Youth Counselor

Job Description

Job Description

Night Youth Mentor

Winsted, CT 06098

40 hours per week - $18.12 per hour

Sun, Mon, Tues, Thurs 12 : 00am (midnight) - 10 : 00am

About This Job :

The Youth Counselor position will provide direct care, supervise, and assist the adolescents (during school and group times), and act as a role model reinforcing the adolescent’s individualized treatment plan. In addition, the Youth Mentor will facilitate groups as appropriate and will conduct therapeutic programming under the supervision of the Clinician and Shift Supervisor.  The Youth Mentor must be sensitive to unique issues such as mental health, suicide and contraband.

• Ensure physical safety of youth and provide Crisis Intervention
• Routine counts to make sure clients are present and safe
• Routine bed checks to ensure youth are present in their beds
• Maintain a professional relationship with youth maintaining proper physical boundaries
• Plan and lead organized daily activities and facilitate groups
• Conduct therapeutic programing including Restorative Justice Practices and DBT-Lite
• Interpret program to youth and family
• Complete all written reports as assigned
• Be aware and assure safety of youth with special needs physical or emotional
• Provide transportation to clients and families as needed
• Maintain Administration of Medication Certification
• Reinforce and role model youth’s individual needs plan
• Regular and consistent attendance

Qualifications :

Shift and Rate of Pay :

Sunday 12am - Sunday 10am

Benefits :

At CJR, we pride ourselves on creating a compassionate, culturally responsive work environment and offering a comprehensive benefits package that encourages and supports a healthy work / life balance. Joining our team, full-time employees will enjoy the following benefits :

About CJR :

A career at CJR is focused on working to ensure that every young person has an opportunity to thrive! CJR reaches across the state of Connecticut to deliver a broad continuum of care through our residential, education, wellness, and community-based programs. At CJR, you will experience a fulfilling career with an employer that encourages advancement, respects diversity, and rewards excellence!

CJR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. We welcome everyone to apply, especially those individuals who are underrepresented in the industry. We embrace the competitive advantage of diversity.

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