School Shift Support Counselor

The School Shift Counselor is expected to be knowledgeable of the schools therapeutic mission, treatment philosophy, and educational and behavioral support policies and procedures in order to implement this understanding in their direct care and supervision of clients. The Counselor is responsible for maintaining supervision of the schools out-of-classroom spaces, and coordinating school staff in applying intervention strategies based on student IEP and treatment goals to engage out-of-class students with co-regulation strategies to help them rejoin classes quickly and appropriately.How You'll Be Making a DifferenceKnowledgeable of school and program routines and structures. Maintain a general understanding of the population of students with whom we workFoster healthy, appropriate relationships with our clients through daily interactions based on social/emotional and behavioral support goals outlined in IEP and treatment plans.Assist children with the transitions between each scheduled school activity.Provide First Aid appropriately as needed.Coordinates with teaching faculty to plan and participate in activities with students on an individual and small group (less than 8) level in accordance with treatment plans and goals. Teach age appropriate life skills and social skills through modeling, counseling, and other techniques.
Participate in groups and activities designed to enhance growth and development. May join classroom activities as a teacher support.Maintain a safe and supportive environment. Manage living, dining, educational, recreational areas to provide a clean, organized environment for students. Ensure adequate supervision of students through coordination of care with other staff.Provide group and individual behavior support and intervention as trained, including the use of TCI appropriate physical restraint as necessary.
Coordinate medical and emergency situations with the supervisor.Communicate through written and verbal means with other program staff on positive skills and accomplishments as well as challenging client issues.Participate in all school faculty meetings and trainings.Driving RequirementsMay be required to use personal vehicle to transport clients on occasion if/when needed.If required to transport clients, must maintain a clean driving record and the minimum amounts of liability insurance as required by The Home and/or other regulatory requirements and vehicle registration must be current.QualificationsHigh school diploma or equivalentOne year child care experience in a residential setting with similar population of childrenComputer literate, including Microsoft Office and Internet Explorer, with the ability to learn new software applicationsWhat The Home Can Offer YouIn addition to the chance to make a lasting impact on the lives of the youth we serve, The Home for Little Wanderers offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including: Generous time off including up to 20 days per year for new full-time employees, plus 11 holidays, 5 sick days, and 2 personal daysHealth and Dental Insurance that is effective immediately upon hireExtensive training to new staffTuition reimbursement of up to $2,400 per fiscal year403(b) Retirement Plan with employer matchEmployer paid Long-term and Short-term Disability Insurance, plus Basic Life and AD&D InsuranceAnd more!Valuing DiversityWe are committed to excellence in diversity, equity, and inclusion, while simultaneously creating a culture that supports those values. We believe the differences we bring enhance our ability to provide exceptional service and care to diverse children, families, and communities. Moreover, diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging align with our values and our mission to help vulnerable children and their families build permanent, positive change.