FT Crisis Counselor- 3rd Shift
Our Mission: Providing a "Safe Place for Youth in Crisis" with respect and dignity
Our Vision: All youth deserve to be safe, stable and given a fighting chance to be successful
We are currently hiring for 3rd shift.
Requirements:
Responsible for offering empathetic and acute services for youth in crisis ages 12-17 at our Youth Crisis Center, located in Little River, SC; facilitates individual, group and family conferences and provides appropriate referrals to residents and families as needed.
Experience working with youth in crisis, effective written and oral communication skills, organizational and leadership skills, ability to adapt to changes quickly and easily, and willingness to be a team player.
Background checks are required, must be 21 years of age or older and include a clean three-year driving record and other federal requirements.
Position responsibilities:
Individual must have flexibility in working various 8.0 hour shifts weekly as scheduled by the Program Director a month in advance.
Availability for emergency coverage if required.
Facilitate group discussions, life skills, harm reduction, trauma-informed & strengths based approaches to care.
Be able to implement crisis de-escalation techniques & therapeutic interventions: training on techniques & interventions are provided
Perform youth crisis center chores, cooking, and basic life skills to support the stability of each youth served in care.
Complete case management, documentation, intakes and assessments with youth and families.
Participation in all required training programs.
Responsible for transporting youth to community activities with youth crisis center vehicles.
Coordination and participation in fundraisers/program, events; participation in other program activities.
Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services preferred
An associate degree in Human Services is acceptable or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Shift:
1st Shift: 8am-4pm
2nd Shift: 4pm-12am
Mid Shift: 12pm-8pm
3rd Shift: 12am-8am
Applicants will be contacted if selected for the interview process.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 per hour
Expected hours: No more than 40 per week
Application Question(s):
Are you 21 years of age or older?
Education:
High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
Childcare: 2 years (Required)
Work Location: In person