Flexible Part-Time Respite Counselor for Youth

Ohel Children's Home and Family Service; New York (NY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Ohel Children's Home and Family Service is seeking creative and responsible Respite Counselors to work one-on-one with youth who have mental health challenges or are medically fragile and live at home in the community. The role focuses on short-term support to strengthen family functioning and youth health care needs.

Flexible part-time after-school hours available across Brooklyn, Queens, Far Rockaway and Long Island.

Qualifications

• Paraprofessional with a high school diploma or GED and appropriate skills.
• Experience working with children/youth, especially those with special needs, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one respite counseling to youth in home or community settings.
• Support youth’s developmental, behavioral health, and healthcare goals.
• Collaborate with families and service providers to plan activities.

Skills

Child care experience

English communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Ohel Children's Home and Family Service is seeking creative and responsible Respite Counselors to work one-on-one with youth who have mental health challenges or are medically fragile and live at home in the community. The role focuses on short-term support to strengthen family functioning and youth health care needs.

Flexible part-time after-school hours available across Brooklyn, Queens, Far Rockaway and Long Island.