Journey of Hope Program-LTFC

Youth Counselor

HFI MISSION DUTIES:

• • Promote Holy Family Institute’s mission, values, professionalism, teamwork, and positive relationships with staff, youth, families, and community partners.
  • Demonstrate effective communication, conflict resolution, problem-solving, and professional conduct at all times.
  • Provide continuous supervision, care, and support for children and youth, including those with special needs.
  • Ensure the safety, health, and wellbeing of youth by following all agency policies, procedures, and emergency protocols.
  • Supervise medications, medical appointments, illness care, and communicate medical information to appropriate personnel.
  • Apply HART, SELF, and approved behavioral support models to teach social, emotional, academic, and independent living skills.
  • Respect children’s privacy, dignity, cultural backgrounds, religious beliefs, and individual needs while maintaining appropriate interactions.
  • Maintain a safe, clean, and organized environment, including facilities, vehicles, equipment, supplies, and security measures.
  • Complete all required documentation, incident reports, medical records, intake forms, and compliance-related responsibilities accurately and on time.
  • Follow all training, accreditation, regulatory, reporting, transportation, and administrative requirements.
  • Completes other duties assigned by supervisor.

• High School diploma, GED or equivalent required, Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• One year working with children required; residential or human services preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively and document information accurately.
• Ability to deal efficiently and effectively with a wide variety of individuals. Ability to maintain electronic records, medical files and have basic computer skills, knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must have or be able to obtain Act 33/34 and FBI clearances.
• The ability to drive a car or van; must have a valid PA driver's license.
• Fluency in Spanish and English (read, write and speak) preferred.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
• Ability to lift or push a minimum of 20 lbs by themselves or up to 50 lbs with the assistance of others.
• Ability to stay awake for an entire working shift.
• Ability to verbally de-escalate children during a crisis situation.
• Capable of frequently climbing stairs and other activities that involve physical exertion (i.e. walking hallways, walking across campus). 
• Must be able to talk, listen and speak clearly in person / on telephone.
• Quick physical response to a crisis situation.
• Must be able to implement CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention) non-passive behavior techniques.