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Provide care of children birth to 18years of age who are placed in Putyuk Children s Home after having been removed from their homes by the police, Office of Children s Services, Juvenile Probation Officer, or Maniilaq Counseling. .and.nbsp;Work as a team member to provide care and activities for residents, as directed by an individualized treatment plan. This position reports to the Lead Youth Counselor.PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESDevelop a positive relationship and interact with residents in a helpful and therapeutic mannerand.nbsp; Promote individual, physical, social, intellectual, spiritual, and emotional development.Work as a team and consult with counselors routinely and as needed. Follow the direction of the counselor to develop a team aspect to meet the needs of children in care.Supervise children at all timesand.nbsp; Follow established schedule. Support children in scheduled activitiesand.nbsp; Prepare necessary and assure availability of materials for activities.Maintain a clean, organized, safe, predictable and therapeutic environment for children. Assist in meal preparation following posted menu.Assist Youth counselors in planning and presenting educational, recreational and daily living activities for children.Display an ability to make appropriate decisions, deal effectively with frustration and conflict, and to act as a positive role model with children and staff.Support children s behavior through positive guidance; display an ability to set clear and consistent limits.Assist in completion of documentation daily. Note behavior, mood, activities, and progress towards established goals. Assist counselors in awarding appropriate points.Work assigned day, evening, overnight or weekend shift that may include holidaysand.nbsp; Participate in an on call rotation with other staff.Performs other routine duties when necessary to maintain a safe and receptive environment. Job Qualifications:MINIMUM REQUIREMENTSCounselor Trainee (Range 10)An Alaska driver s license is preferred, with a good enough driving history to be insured to drive Maniilaq vehicles. Applicant must be at least 21 years of age. Must obtain First Aid/ CPR card within 6 months. OCS Background Check required. Counselor Technician (Range 11)Applicant must meet all requirements for a Counselor Trainee. Must possess a current Alaska Driver s License and have a good enough driving history to be insured to drive Maniilaq vehicles. High school diploma or equivalent. Two years of experience working children in a structured work related setting. Prior computer and typing experience preferred.Other Job Information (if applicable):DISCLAIMERThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be constructed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of people in this job.Preference is given to Alaska Native/American Indian applicants who meet minimum requirements according to the provisions of P.L. 93-638.
