<p>Job Summary Maryville Academy is seeking Transitional Counselors to work in the St Dominic Savio Program in Des Plaines Illinois The Transitional Counselors will provide direct care to youth with emotional and behavioral issues on evening and overnight shifts The primary goal of the position is to support youth in transitioning to less restrictive settings and empower them to become active members of the community Responsibilities Implement Maryvilles policies and procedures along with program specific operating proceduresEngage with youth using trauma informed care principlesAssist youth in developing life skills independent living skills and vocational readinessGuide and support youth in the treatment process and complete necessary documentationMonitor youths medication administrationPlan and lead structured recreational and social activitiesIntervene in crises using Nonviolent Crisis Intervention techniquesAttend and actively participate in staff and treatment team meetingsUtilize Maryville treatment paradigms and resources to achieve positive outcomesSafely drive a passenger van to transport youthComplete all required agency training Qualifications Bachelors degree in a human services field preferred eg psychology counseling social work OR a High School Diploma with a minimum of 5 years of relevant work experienceSuccessful completion of staff education requirements including training in NCI CPR and Maryville Model of CareAbility to set and maintain appropriate boundaries ensure safety manage groups effectively and de escalate potentially volatile situationsProficiency in facilitating psychoeducational and life skills training groupsStrong computer skills for documentation purposesExcellent verbal and written communication skills Physical Requirements Ability to sit stand walk bend and drive for extended periodsCapability to liftmove objects or youth weighing over 40 poundsProficiency in providing physical restraint to youth if necessary Environment and Schedule May involve interaction with potentially volatile youthFlexibility in scheduling and willingness to work evening and weekend shifts Pay Rate 2200 2400 per hour Why Join the Maryville Family Maryville offers all full time employees PPO health insurance optionsVision InsuranceDental insurance after one year of serviceFSA and HSA403bPaid vacation and sick days9 paid holidays a yearLong Term Disability and Life Insurance after one year of serviceTuition reimbursement after one year of serviceFor more information about all of the services that Maryville provides please visit our website at wwwmaryvilleacademyorg Maryville Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer No applicant for employment shall be discriminated against because of age race color religion sex marital status national origin veteran status or disability</p>