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Youth Care Counselor - Safe Place

Location:
Hillsboro, OR
Description:

All cultures, races, abilities, religions, sexual orientations, and gender identities are welcome at Boys & Girls Aid. Boys & Girls Aid  in  Portland, OR  is looking to hire a  full-time Youth Care Specialist / Counselor . Are you caring and empathetic while able to maintain appropriate professional boundaries ? Can you remain calm and patient in stressful situation s ? Do you have a strong work ethic? If yes, you might just be perfect for this position! This direct care position earns a  competitive wage  of  $17.00 - $17.50/hour . We provide  excellent benefits , including  medical, dental, life insurance, AD&D insurance, flexible time off, holiday pay, an employee assistance program, and a 403(b) retirement plan with 4% organization contribution after 6 months of employment , our agency qualifies for Student Loan Forgiveness . If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, apply today! ABOUT BOYS & GIRLS AID Founded in 1885, we are focused on family permanency . Our mission is to make sure that every child in foster care grows up in a family. We teach and model healthy environments, invest in relationships, and work to cultivate the best opportunities for children. As we focus on building positive and long-lasting relationships, we strive to create a formidable foundation for the youth we serve. Each employee plays a direct role in adding value to the those we serve. We understand that how we treat our employees reflects on their performance. We strive to show our staff how much they are  valued  through a  culture of open communication, transparency, and honesty . In addition to  competitive pay and benefits, we offer a work-life balance within the company! A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A YOUTH CARE COUNSELOR As a Youth Care Counselor, you have the rewarding job of providing direct care to the children in our program. You work with the youth to create routines, build positive relationships, and develop a framework for them after they leave our care. Acting as a mentor, you provide exceptional daily living assistance for each youth. This includes establishing foundational services, assisting with applications and homework, and facilitate proper communication. Additionally, you conduct daily activities for the youth based on their developmental ages and capabilities. You ensure that safety is maintained at all times . You perform behavior-shaping interventions, facilitate appropriate communications, model suitable problem solving, and help to ensure appropriate youth interactions. When necessary, you calmly implement trauma-informed care (TIC) strategies and provide interventions for maladaptive behaviors resulting from trauma. Your empathy comes through in your interactions with each participant that you work with. You always keep accurate records of daily activities and services provided in accordance with quality assurance and state licensing standards. Making a difference in the lives of youth gives you an incredible sense of purpose and that is why you love your direct care job! QUALIFICATIONS FOR A YOUTH CARE SPECIALIST / COUNSELOR Bachelor's degree along with 1 year of experience in mental health, social services, or a related field  OR 2+ years of experience. Valid driver's license and a good driving record. ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR NON-PROFIT TEAM? If you feel that you would be right for this direct care job, please fill out our initial  3-minute, mobile-friendly application . We look forward to meeting you! Note: This job description is representative of the major position requirements and is not intended to be all-inclusive.
Company:
Boys & Girls Aid
Posted:
December 26 2023 on ApplicantPro
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