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Volunteers of America Delaware Valley Residential Program Counselor (IDS) (CV2146-3) - Specialized Services Division in Camden, New Jersey

Residential Program Counselor (IDS) (CV2146-3) - Specialized Services Division

Full Time and Part Time positions are available

We are looking for a Residential Program Counselor (IDS) to join our dynamic and growing team. The successful candidate will report to the Site Manager (IDS) and be a vital member of the treatment team.

Full Time and Part Time positions are available

Job Responsibilities:

  • The responsibilities are therapeutic in function including but not limited to:

  • The primary provider of a therapeutic environment for the treatment of IDS consumers in a community residential setting with very close and structured supervision

  • Conduct program operations in accordance with the principles of normalization, positive approaches and sound ethical social work practices

Education:

  • A minimum of a High School diploma or equivalent with two years transferable, practical experience in the human service field.

Skills:

  • Working with the ID population

  • Understanding human behavior

  • Effective written and verbal communication skills

  • Ability to work in a fast-paced client service-orientated environment demonstrating effective logical problem-solving skills.

  • Exceptional interpersonal skills

  • Ability to interact appropriately with clientele

  • Work effectively with co-workers as a team player

  • Basic computer skills

Requirements:

  • Valid driver's license and able to meet Volunteers of America standards

  • Must be able to pass criminal background clearance from the funding source.

    Full Time and Part Time positions are available

EEO of "Individuals with Disabilities" and "Veteran Status"/AA

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