DBT Program- Residential Counselor-Full Time, Part Time and Relief
Bachelor's
$21 - $23 USD hourly
DBT House Residential Counselors - Full-time, part-time and relief positions
The NFI DBT House in Vernon, VT is seeking full-time, part-time and relief staff to join our dynamic residential program that serves four female youth, 13-18 years, who have experienced trauma, have complex behavioral challenges and tend to struggle in their relationships. Our residential counselors provide clients with the opportunity to learn valuable independent living skills while
also providing necessary support and encouragement for them to succeed in the community.
Responsibilities include:
Supervising daily activities, providing ongoing support, guidance and role modeling, leading psycho-education groups, and facilitating client improvement in areas of personal responsibility, social skills, community living skills and behavior. Regular supervision provided by licensed clinical social worker.
Qualifications:
- Candidates must be able to communicate effectively
- Work well on a team
- Primarily work evening and weekend hours
- Have a valid driver’s license & reliable transportation.
- Bachelor's degree and/or previous experience working with youth with emotional/behavioral challenges preferred.
Benefits:
- Pay range $21.00-$23/hour, based on experience, with shift differentials for weeknight and weekend hours worked.
- Based on hours worked: Employer 403(b) Retirement Plan, Paid Time off (vacation, sick, holidays, tuition reimbursement, Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Critical Illness, AD&D, Term Life Insurance and Pet Insurance.
NFI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and, as such, prohibits discrimination against any employee or applicant based on race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, ethnic background, disability, or other non-work-related personal trait or characteristic to the extent protected by law.
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