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West Hartford, Connecticut. 06107
Position: Residential Counselor
Department: PACES/Core
Supervisor: Director of Student Life
Description: Full time – 12 Months Benefits Eligible
We currently have 2nd shift and Weekend Days Open
SCOPE OF DUTIES
Under the supervision of the Director of Student Life, Associate Director of Student Life, Dean of Students, and/or the Coordinator of Student Support Services the Residential Counselor is responsible for the supervision of children and adolescents during school and/or out-of-school hours and the assumption of other responsibilities as designated by the Dean of Students of the PACES or Core Program.
PRIMARY DUTIES
• Responsible for the supervision of emotionally/behaviorally-disordered deaf and hard of hearing children and youth during in or out-of-school hours, including meals.
• Planning and carrying out activities designed to promote personal and social growth.
• Responsible for encouraging to students to maintain good personal hygiene and attire, including bathing and feeding.
• Assist students with mobility.
• Encourage students to engage in extra-curricular activities.
• Implementation of Positive Behavior Intervention Support (PBIS).
• Participation in planning and staff conferences with academic and residential staff.
• Participation in staff training and in-service activities, including Physical/Psychological Management Training (PMT) workshops.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds on a regular and frequent basis.
• Responsible for reports and daily logs.
• Works cooperatively with all residential staff and support staff.
• Must be able to communicate with students using American Sign Language.
• Other related duties as assigned.
• Applicants must possess a High School Diploma, at least two years of college preferred.Four years of college or BA, a plus.
• Applicants should have prior experience in working with emotionally/behaviorally-disordered children and youth in a residential setting.
• Knowledge of behavior management techniques is preferred.CPI/CPR Training/Certification required for this DCF Licensed residential program.
• CEASD Dormitory Counselor Certificate is required no later than twelve (12) months after initial hire, or twenty four (24) months for applicants with HS diploma only.
• Good judgment, dependability.
• Ability to write reports, work as a team member, communicate with parents and other staff.
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