FRED FINCH YOUTH CENTER
FFYC - 1122- Crisis Home Counselor (Personal Services)
B.A. Degree or several years of experience.
A minimum of 1 year experience providing direct care to individuals with developmental disabilities who have challenging behavior service needs.
Become a Registered Behavior Technician within 12 months of initial employment.
Demonstrated ability to utilize de-escalation techniques that align with the trauma informed care model.
Demonstrated cultural responsiveness in working with diverse families and communities.
Knowledge of the autism spectrum and characteristic of individuals with autism.
Knowledge of learning theory and behavioral principles and techniques.
Clear understanding of the distinction between therapeutic and social relationships and demonstrated ability to maintain appropriate relationships/boundaries.
Ability to maintain positive morale exhibiting effective written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills and taking initiative to solve problems.
Ability to set priorities and react appropriately to emergency situations.
Clean driving record: current CA Driver's License required, or the ability to obtain within 10 days after hired.
Basic computer and keyboarding competence with the ability to use Microsoft Office Suite and/or competency with electronic clinical documentation systems.
Preferred
B.A. in related field
Two (2) years of related work experience.
A minimum of one (1) year experience with intellectually/developmentally disabled and/or emotionally disturbed youth in a residential setting.
Our Mission:
"Fred Finch Youth & Family Services partners with individuals and communities to provide culturally responsive services that cultivate mental and physical resilience and wellness."
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