Be the change you wish to see in the world! Come join our team to empower children and families in our communities to transform their lives and develop to their full potential.

Pressley Ridge Benefits

The well-being of our employees and their families is important to us. At Pressley Ridge, we strive to provide the most competitive and comprehensive employee benefit programs that are affordable and help you and your family achieve and maintain your best possible health.

• Medical coverage available with a Health Savings Account (HSA) with 50% employer match
• Prescription coverage
• Dental and vision plans
• Patient advocate and Medicare specialists available at no cost
• Dependent Care Flexible Savings Account
• Wellness incentive (up to $250)
• 403b with up to 9% employer give/match
• Free life insurance and AD&D
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 9 paid holidays (7 recognized holidays plus a floating and birthday holiday per year)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Position Summary

The Mental Health Support Specialist (Teacher Counselor) assists in the developing, implementing, and monitoring of mental health treatment plans and procedures that result in improved functioning and high rates of successful program completing among youth. This position assures staff are attending to the safety, health, and well-being of youth in a trauma informed manner and environment. The Mental Health Support Specialist (Teacher Counselor) resides with assigned youth and offers flexible hours and shifts.

Essential Responsibilities

1. Building positive relationships with youth.
2. Safety and well-being.
3. Group management.
4. Daily living skills/management.
5. Treatment planning and implementation.
6. Therapeutic and educational activities.
7. Professional development and training.
8. Documentation and record keeping.

Qualifications

• Clearances. State Police/FBI clearance per state regulation; Child Abuse Registry clearance; any additional background checks/clearances required by state governing bodies.
• Valid driver's license and current vehicle insurance.

Working Conditions

• Physical Demands. Requires vision, speech, and hearing and a moderate to high level of physical activity including; sitting, standing, walking lifting and carrying as required. Must be able to meet the demands and complete Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI).
• Environmental Factors. Indoors/Outdoors: Residential treatment facility, school, home, community.
• Working Hours. 40 hour week, variable schedule based on program need.