Katie Miller Residential Counselor The Helen Ross McNabb Center (www.mcnabbcenter.org) is a premier not-for-profit provider of behavioral health services. The Center provides quality care and serves all ages in a continuum of prevention, early intervention, social, co-occurring, addiction, outpatient, and crisis services. The Center is seeking motivated staff members that possess the ability to relate to individuals and families of varied ethnic and cultural backgrounds, ages, educational levels, and economic circumstances with respect and dignity. Excellent verbal, written, and computer skills are necessary in order to work effectively and collaboratively with clients, collaborating agencies, and community professionals, as well as maintaining proper documentation. Clinical staff members must be able to take and pass without major modification a course in Handle with Care, which requires hands-on, physical components to ensure the safety of the clients and staff. Clinical staff members must possess reliable transportation, the ability to acquire an F endorsement on driver's license, and transport clients. HRMC is an EOE. HRMC conducts Background Checks, Drivers License Record, Degree Verification, and Drug Screens at hire. Employment is contingent upon clean drug screen, background check, and driving record. Additionally, certain programs are subject to TB Screening and/or Testing. Bilingual applicants are encouraged to . HRMC is currently seeking a qualified and enthusiastic professional for the following position: Katie Miller Residential Counselor. Job Requirements Education/Knowledge: Possess a minimum of a High school diploma or equivalency for a Residential Counselor. Experience: Working with children/youth/families. One year of residential experience preferred or exposure via internship. Understanding of the expectations of DCS/DOE. Physical: Required to be certified in and adequately implement verbal and physical de-escalation techniques that include a wide range of bodily movements including but not limited to grasping, holding another person, going down on knees, running, and walking. Must be capable of driving clients to and from appointments, outings, and other transportation needs. Must be able to lead students, staff effectively and utilize resources properly. Must be able to make sound judgment and utilize appropriate boundaries. Must be able to contribute to the therapeutic environment and provide feedback regarding the client's progress. Maintaining a certified driver status is a condition of employment. This position requires that the employee has an F Endorsement on his/her Driver License to be available to transport individuals as needed. Job Summary The position will be responsible for the supervision of clients, administration of the program rules and level system, and facilitation of a therapeutic, positive, and safe milieu. Other responsibilities include, but are not limited to, providing supportive listening to clients individually and in group settings. Also responsible for weekend work, assisting with milieu activities and overall supervision of clients on the unit. Reports to the Team Leader for milieu counselor duties and is responsible for creating an environment conducive to client personal growth and learning skills for substance use reduction.