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Residential Counselor at LYDIA HOME ASSOCIATION
Chicago, Illinois, United States -
Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

03 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

05 Nov, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Child Care, Emotional Support, Social Skills Development, Safety Monitoring, Teamwork, Skill Building, Recreational Activities, Homework Assistance, Documentation, Supervision, Nurturing, Teaching, Structured Environment, Communication, Training Participation, Crisis Management

Industry

Non-profit Organization Management

Description
Description Responsibilities The residential program at LYDIA services youth ages 6-17; many of whom are involved with the Department of Child and Family Services (DCFS). The youth reside at LYDIA and are provided a structured living environment in addition to treatment that focuses on skill-building, regulation, and the trauma/neglect they endured. The opening is for a child care worker to facilitate group activities for our youth. Role includes: enhancing clients’ daily living skills; monitoring clients at all times to ensure safety; participation in training; assisting clients in growing emotionally and socially through informal counseling and facilitating skill-building groups; encouraging clients in education by monitoring and assisting with homework, teacher communication, school behavior, and special school activities; planning, supervising, and participating with clients in recreational activities; documenting mental health services provided. Schedule: Shifts Available: AM (7-3:30 PM) PM (3 PM- 11:30 PM) OVERNIGHT (11 PM – 7:30 AM) FLEX 10-hour shifts (4 working days, 3 days off) Requirements Minimum Requirements The Candidate must be at least 21 years old and must have either a Bachelor’s degree in human services, a Bachelors in any field with 2 year supervised human services experience or 5 years supervised experience in mental health or human services, valid Illinois driver’s license (preferred). In addition, the candidate must have experience with at-risk/challenging youth; open to supervision and able to work as part of a team; role model appropriately; nurture, teach, and structure the daily living setting; and willing to support the mission of LYDIA
Responsibilities
The Residential Counselor will facilitate group activities for youth aged 6-17, focusing on skill-building and emotional growth. Responsibilities include monitoring clients for safety, assisting with education, and documenting mental health services provided.