Residential Counselor (Sun-Wed) 32 HRS

Residential Counselor-this is a full-time (32 hours), non-exempt position located at our Vicente campus in San Francisco. The schedule is: Sun.8am-10pm, Mon.2pm-10pm, Tues. 2pm-10pm, and Wed. 10:30am-12:30pm*This position is included in the Teamsters Local 856 Union. Mission: We provide the people, place, and path for exceptional youth mental healthcare. Vision: We aim to redefine what youth mental healthcare can be by delivering transformative support that doesnt just treat symptoms but changes lives. About Edgewood: Each person who works at Edgewood Center for Children and Families shares a passion for making a difference in the lives of the children and families who we serve in the San Francisco Bay Area. Employees find themselves surrounded by a diverse and extraordinary group of dedicated professionals, in welcoming environments characterized by whole-person care, open communication, creative support and a commitment to growth, healing and improving each day. Edgewoods successes come from our employees and the positive results they help create for children and families. When you join Edgewood, you join a culture of purpose and belonging, where your growth is a priority, your identity is embraced, and the work you do matters. Position Summary The Residential Counselor is responsible for the provision of direct client services and care coordination for assigned youth and families within a designated program. Core Competencies and Tasks: Tasks Partners with the treatment team members in the assessment, development, implementation and evaluation of Individualized treatment and care plansCoordination and facilitation skillsCase management, mentoring, and coaching skillsDevelops, maintains, and strengthens partnershipsGenerates reports both verbally and in writingMaintains physical environment (duties include, but are not limited to, cleaning and organizing the classroom/cottage, reporting safety issues to facilities, doing and sorting laundry, etc.)Seeks support and guidance from senior counselorsAdheres to agency protocols (call out protocol, medication protocol, SIR protocol, training plan, etc.)Meets program documentation standard (including increase in standard when taking OT shifts) Core Competencies Employee adheres to basic expectations and essential job duties/functions as outlined in their individual job description.Provides counseling and behavioral interventions, guidance, skills building and support in accordance with each clients individualized treatment plan and the programs treatment philosophy and model.While under the counselors care, maintains supervision of clients at all times to ensure their safety and well-being.Contributes to organization-wide quality management and improvement efforts by consistently providing the highest quality professional interventions, fulfilling all documentation requirements, and proactively seeking ways to enhance the quality of services and surpass minimum required standards.Contributes positively to creating a healing-centered, welcoming, anti-racist, LGBTQ+ affirming team and organization.Demonstrates cultural competency, humility, and sensitivity treating youth, families, and colleagues with dignity and respect. Applied Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Ability to physically hold and/or restrain children, following "Handle with Care" principles & techniquesMust apply for, or possess, a National Provider Identification (NPI) Number within one week of date of hire.Must be 21 years of age or older.Valid California Drivers License or able to obtain oneAbility to communicate verbally, in supervision, meetings, and with members of the teamDemonstrated written proficiencyWork experience in a residential, school day care or child centered agency with focus on children with special needs preferredAbility to develop, cultivate and adapt to the diverse cultural backgrounds of our clientsAbility to work collaboratively in a team approachThinks independently and can make informed decisions when needed Salary Information The hourly rate range for this position is: $24.42 with no differential, $26.86 - $31.74based on 1-2 differentials for experience and language. *Please note- the language differential is contingent on passing a language proficiency test. As part of our team, benefits-eligible employees receive an excellent comprehensive benefits package. Benefits for this position are subject to the current CBA. 16 days of PTO the first year and more thereafterNine paid holidaysFive health and wellness days off annually10% additional pay for community-relevant second language fluencyMedical/Dental/and Vision plans403 B Retirement Plan with agency matchEmployee Assistance ProgramCommuter Benefits ProgramMedical and Childcare Flexible Spending AccountsPet InsuranceIdentity Theft Protection PlanPaid employee referral programCareer advancement opportunitiesRetention bonuses for many positionsContinuing Education expense reimbursementProfessional licensing fee reimbursementProfessional Development reimbursement opportunitiesVerified Public Service Loan Forgiveness Employer Equal Opportunity Edgewood is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. People of color, women, persons with disabilities, and persons who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or intersex are encouraged to apply. Edgewood maintains a policy of non-discrimination with respect to employees and applicants for employment. No aspect of employment will be influenced in any matter by race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, physical disability (including HIV or AIDS), medical condition, perceived physical disability, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by statute.