Per Diem Youth Development Counselor (Sharpe House)

Good Shepherd Services; New York (NY); On-site; USD 57,308,000 - 63,039,000; Part time

Job summary

Good Shepherd Services in Bronx, NY seeks Relief Youth Development Counselors to support residents in our residential program. You will provide supervision, safety, and guidance, building trust while implementing daily routines and ensuring a secure environment.

The role requires on-site work, day/evening/overnight shifts with some weekends. Training in trauma-informed care and Sanctuary Model will be provided to help you promote youth development and family engagement.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required.
• Valid New York State driver’s license is required.
• Must be able to complete and pass all components of required physical intervention training.
• Must successfully complete a pre-hire physical ability test.
• Ability to perform physical restraint of youth using approved restraint procedures.
• Must be capable of sustained physical exertion and have no limitations on ability to engage in necessary physical intervention activities including standing, twisting, turning, kneeling, and supporting a participant’s body weight.
• Must have a commitment to work from a strength based, youth development and trauma-informed perspective.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct supervision and be accountable for the whereabouts of residents at all times.
• Manage residents' behavior; maintain order.
• Implement daily living routines, schedules and procedures.
• Ensure the safety of the residents and maintain security and high standard of cleanliness throughout the residence.
• Provide individual and group counseling for residents and, when appropriate, work with residents' families and participate in youth and family development.
• Coordinate court ordered visits which includes supervised home visits, day passes and facility visits.
• Maintain records, logs, reports and adhere to documentation requirements.
• Participate in planning and execution of educational, recreational, and personal enrichment activities.
• Interact and communicate with Good Shepherd staff in matters related to the needs of the residents and the program in general.
• Provide safe transportation for residents for court ordered appointments.
• Attend all mandatory training required by DYFJ and GSS.
• Adhere to DYFJ and OCFS regulations.
• Utilize Sanctuary Model tools and commitments to create a non-violent, trauma-sensitive culture.
• Integrate the Sanctuary Model SELF framework into daily practice.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

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We are looking for dynamic and compassionate Youth Development Counselors to work in our Residential Programs. In this role, you will take a caring, personal approach to meeting youth’s basic needs while providing physical and emotional safety.

Job Title: Relief Youth Development Counselor

Reports to: Residential Life Supervisor; Sharp House

Location: 2207 University Avenue, Bronx, New York 10453

Hours:17-20/hours (Non-Exempt) Position requires staff to be on site. Must be able to commit to day, evening, and/or overnight shifts. Some weekends will be required.

Salary Range: $20-22 per hour based on relevant experience and education

Major Duties:

• Provide direct supervision and be accountable for the whereabouts of residents at all times.
• Manage residents' behavior; maintain order.
• Implement daily living routines, schedules and procedures.
• Ensure the safety of the residents and maintain security and high standard of cleanliness throughout the residence.
• Provide individual and group counseling for residents and, when appropriate, work with residents' families and participate in youth and family development. Coordinate court ordered visits which includes supervised home visits, day passes and facility visits, etc. (Visits suspended during use as quarantine house.)
• Maintain records, logs, reports and adhere to documentation requirements.
• Participate in the planning and execution of educational, recreational, and personal enrichment activities.
• Ensure the proper care and supervision of supplies and agency equipment.
• Participate in ongoing meetings, conferences and training programs.
• Interact and communicate with Good Shepherd staff in matters related to, but not limited to, the needs of the residents and the program in general.
• Providing safe transportation for residents for court ordered appointments. (Not during use as quarantine house.)
• Attend all mandatory training required by DYFJ (Department of Youth Family Justice ) and GSS.
• Responsible for adhering to all DYFJ and OCFS regulations.
• Effectively use and practice the Sanctuary Model tools: safety plans, community meetings, psycho-educational groups, team meetings, red flag reviews, treatment planning conferences (or similar), and self-care in the department/program to create a non-violent and trauma-sensitive culture.
• Promote and model the seven Sanctuary Model commitments to create a non-violent and trauma-sensitive culture.
• Integrate the Sanctuary Model SELF (Safety, Emotional Management, Loss and Future) framework into daily practice to ensure quality care and an effective work environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Valid New York State Driver’s license required.
• Must be able to complete and pass all components of required physical intervention training.
• Must successfully complete a pre-hire physical ability test.
• Ability to perform physical restraint of youth using approved restraint procedures.
• Must be capable of sustained physical exertion and have no limitations on ability to engage in necessary physical intervention activities including but not limited to standing, twisting, turning, kneeling, and supporting a participant’s body weight.
• Must have a commitment to work from a strength based, youth development and trauma-informed perspective.

Additional Qualifications:

• Must be able to successfully complete state mandated crisis intervention training within two months of hire
• Must successfully complete a pre-hire physical ability test.
• Ability to perform physical restraint of youth using approved restraint procedures.
• Must be capable of sustained physical exertion and have no limitations on ability to engage in necessary physical intervention activities including but not limited to: standing, twisting, turning, kneeling, and supporting a participant’s body weight.