Treatment Counselors

Treatment CounselorsOrchard Place, a residential treatment center for children and youth, has positions open for Treatment Counselors to work with residents ages 10 – 17 years. Treatment Counselors work with emotionally disturbed, abused and/or neglected children with the goal to transition children home, to foster care or independent living by providing a structured, nurturing environment including social, coping and leisure skills training.
Full time Treatment Counselors work a schedule of 4 days on and 3 days off. Scheduled work days are generally Sunday through Wednesday or Wednesday through Saturday. Work shifts are usually noon or 1:00 pm until 10 pm with longer shifts on the weekends.
The job duties include:
• Maintaining safe, structured and predictable living environment for the residents.
• Participating as an active member of the treatment team; assisting in the development and implementation of Individual Care Plans.
• Planning and facilitating social skills groups.
• Acting as an advocate for the residents and families, developing a meaningful relationship with the residents and families.
• Assisting in managing problem behaviors.
REQUIREMENTS
Position requires BA/BS in Human Service field; excellent leadership skills and initiative to motivate and mentor children and youth are a must.
Successful candidates must have clear background checks through the Division of Criminal Investigation and the Child Abuse Registry and must have a valid driver’s license.Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume to:Orchard Place – HR
808 5th Ave.
Des Moines, IA 50309
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Fax – 515/246-3599