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Residential Counselor

Salary

$47,313.25 - $63,872.89 Annually

Location

(Lake Owasso Residence) Shoreview, MN

Job Type

Multiple Job Types

Job Number

2025-00465

Department

Lake Owasso

Division

ResidntLvg

Opening Date

07/25/2025

Closing Date

8/7/2025 11:59 PM Central

Union

Local 707 - Lake Owasso Residence

FLSA Status

nonexempt

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Position Summary

The current vacancies are at Lake Owasso Residence. The eligibility list created by these vacancies may be used to hire other vacancies in the department or County.

To provide care and treatment to developmentally disabled persons in a residential care facility by overseeing and participating in residents' activities and providing instruction in order to enhance their functional skills, behavioral skills and ability for personal care; to perform custodial, foodservice, and laundry duties as needed, and to perform other duties as assigned.

To view or print a copy of the complete Ramsey County job (class) description for this position, go to: Job Descriptions (http://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/ramsey/classspecs) . Once at this page, you can browse the alphabetical list or search for a job description.

Examples of Work Performed

1. Perform as primary or secondary residential counselor for residents as assigned.

2. Participate as a team member in establishing behavioral and developmental goals for residents and implement training methods consistent with those goals.

3. Assist and instruct residents in basic personal care to include dressing, eating, personal hygiene, housekeeping, and related skills.

4. Assist and instruct residents in basic functional skills such as time and number concepts, personal finance, use of public services, and similar skills.

5. Assist and direct residents in recreational and leisure activities.

6. Observe and record residents' behavior in connection with treatment programs and document residents' activities and needs as instructed.

7. Perform specified duties for which specific training has been received, such as administering first aid, passing medications and similar basic health care procedures.

8. Note and report instances of apparent abuse, neglect, or unusual behavior of residents; or other matters detrimental to the health, safety or well-being or of residents, staff or county property.

9. Perform custodial, janitorial, laundry or other related duties as assigned such as: cleaning homes by moving, arranging, and polishing furniture, vacuuming, dusting, shampooing carpet, washing walls, interior windows, fixtures, doorknobs, handrails, sinks, toilets and bathing/shower areas; disposing trash in designated areas; removing snow from entrances, and reporting issues and work repair needs.

10. Maintain housekeeping supply and equipment inventory by reordering through appropriate staff.

11. Wash and dry clothing and linen; fold, press, sort, mend, and arrange dry cleaning for residents' personal items.

12. Prepare, cook, and serve daily meals with assistance from residents; monitor the proper temperature and dietary needs for residents. Ensure and maintain a safe, sanitized, and neat kitchen environment for food preparation and storage.

13. Participate in meetings and in-service instructions as assigned.

14. Drive company vehicles as assigned.

(The work assigned to a position in this classification may not include all possible tasks in this work and does not limit the assignment of any additional tasks in this classification. Regular attendance according to the position's management approved work schedule is required.)

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 13, 14.

Click the following to view or print the: Work Simulation - Physical Demand or Environmental Exposure Checklists (https://www.ramseycounty.us/sites/default/files/Departments/Human%20Resources%20Dept/Work%20Sim\_%20Lake%20Owasso%20Residential%20Counselor.pdf) for Residential Counselor's in Ramsey County.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: High school graduation or equivalent.

Experience: None.

Certifications/Licensure: Valid, class D driver's license.

Substitutions: None.

Preferred: Knowledge of designated behavior modification techniques.

Exam/Screening Process Information

The examination process will consist of the following section with each section weighted as indicated:

+ Training and Experience Rating = 100%

The examination for the Residential Counselor will consist of a training and experience rating, comprised of the questions in the attached supplemental questionnaire. Not all applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will pass the training and experience rating. The rating on this supplemental questionnaire will depend on your answers to the questions – do not mark “see resume” or “see work history” as a response. Please answer all your questions clearly and completely. Failure to respond could affect your score and final rank on this examination.

Eligible List: The names of all applicants who properly completed and submitted an application and passed the examination/screening process shall be placed on the eligible list for an employment opportunity as a Residential Counselor . This list will be certified to the appointing authority which may use this list to conduct interviews to fill a vacancy. Candidates will remain on the list for 60 days or until hired, whichever occurs first. A notice will be sent to applicants at the time the eligible list is posted. The applicants who pass the examination with a score of 70 or higher will be forwarded to the department for further consideration.

Veteran's Preference: This is a classified position requiring an open, competitive selection process. Veteran's Preference points will be applied after a candidate passes the examination process. Applicants who are eligible for veteran's preference should update their veteran's DD214, and other supporting documents, and submit them as an attachment at the time of application.

Criminal Background Checks: All employment offers are conditioned upon the applicant passing a criminal background check. Convictions are not an automatic bar to employment. Each case is considered on its individual merits and the type of work sought. However, making false statements or withholding information will cause you to be barred from employment, or removed from employment.

As part of a conditional offer of employment, candidate(s) must successfully complete the following process:

+ Medical Evaluation/Pre-employment testing

E-Verify Participation: Ramsey County participates in the federal E-Verify program. This means that Ramsey County will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. If the Government cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, Ramsey County is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact DHS and/or the SSA before taking adverse action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers may not use E-Verify to pre-screen job applicants and may not limit or influence the choice of documents you present for use on the Form I-9.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Ramsey County provides equal access to employment, programs, and services without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, sex (except when sex is a Bona Fide Occupational Qualification), disability, familial or marital status, sexual orientation or gender identity, public assistance status, place of residence, political affiliation, or national origin.

Ramsey County is deeply committed to advancing racial equity and promoting diversity and inclusion within all areas of its workforce. The county strives being equitable, inclusive, transparent, respectful, and impactful in how we serve and engage with residents, as well as Ramsey County employees. Advancing racial equity ensures all people who need access to opportunities and services we provide, will receive them. Racial equity is achieved when race can no longer be used to predict life outcomes, and outcomes for all are improved.

To print a paper application for this posting click Paper Application (https://www.ramseycounty.us/sites/default/files/Departments/Human%20Resources%20Dept/RAMSEY%20COUNTY%20EMPLOYMENT%20APPLICATION.pdf) (Download PDF reader) . You will need to print this posting AND answer the supplemental questions associated with this exam and submit them with your completed paper application.

For further information regarding this posting, please contact [email protected].