Towson, Maryland, USA
62 days ago
Residential Counselor, Sheppard Pratt School and Residential Treatment Center - Towson, MD

Responsibilities:

Work either: Monday through Friday  3pm-11pm (number of shifts vary by position) or weekends only 8am-11pm (Saturday and Sunday). Develop and maintain a therapeutic environment. Provide structure and supervision in support of the resident's Individualized Treatment Plan (ITP). Develop and reinforce resident's daily living skills. Supervise and participate in daily activities. Co-Lead therapeutic and community groups as directed and document end of shift notes for residents.

Requirements:

High School diploma/GED; previous experience in a mental health setting strongly preferred. Must be over 21 years of age. All new clinical staff will begin their extended clinical orientation/training immediately following your first day of employment.  Depending on assignment, must possess valid driver's license at time of appointment and meet SPHS requirements to operate a Health System vehicle. Work requires interpersonal skills sufficient to maintain a calm, supportive, and firm approach with emotionally disturbed residents; maintain patience, tact, and professional courtesy; develop and foster a positive self-image within residents. Work requires physical preparedness to effectively manage and physically restrain aggressive residents.

 

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