Program Counselor

NYC Administration for Children's Services; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Program Counselor to enhance the lives of youth in secure detention through innovative programming. This role involves collaborating with specialists and providers to create engaging activities that promote teamwork, leadership, and healthy lifestyles. The candidate will assess program effectiveness and ensure compliance with contracted services, playing a vital role in the development of youth. Join a dedicated team committed to making a positive impact in the community and supporting the well-being of children and families.

Benefits

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Diversity and Inclusion Programs

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of experience in community work or related activities.
• Baccalaureate degree or equivalent experience required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement cultural, educational, and recreational programming.
• Act as a liaison with contracted programs and ensure compliance.
• Assess and provide feedback on internal and external programs.

Skills

Community Work

Program Development

Youth Engagement

Teamwork

Leadership

Problem Solving

Cultural Programming

Education

Baccalaureate Degree

High School Graduation

Job description

THE SELECTED CANDIDATE WILL BE OFFERED A SALARY BETWEEN $60,889.00 - $70,022.00

The Administration for Children’s Services (ACS) protects and promotes the safety and well-being of children and families through child welfare and juvenile justice services and community supports. ACS manages community-based supports and foster care services, and provides subsidized child care vouchers. ACS child protection staff respond to allegations of child maltreatment. In juvenile justice, ACS oversees detention, placement and programs for youth in the community.

The Division of Youth and Family Justice (DYFJ) is responsible for oversight and management of secure and non-secure detention services for juveniles (e.g., youths) and adolescent offenders awaiting disposition in family, criminal, and/or supreme courts. The Division of Youth and Family Justice is responsible for ensuring programs and services are provided to youth in both of ACS’s secure detention facilities. The Division is also responsible to ensure all contracted organizations remain compliant with their budget and scope of services provided.

The Program Counselor will report to Secure Detention and be responsible for performing the following duties:
- Work closely with Youth Development Specialists, contracted providers and DOE to develop and implement cultural, educational and recreational programming for all Secure Detention, youth throughout the year including monthly activities, workshops, and programs.
- Work directly with youth to develop and implement programs and activities that promote teamwork, leadership, problem solving and critical thinking.
- Build self-confidence in youth and contribute to violence reduction through activities and relationship-building.
- Encourage healthy lifestyles for youth through sports, physical exercise and good nutrition.
- Support the facilities and contracted providers in implementing special projects, workshops, or other events as needed.
- Assess internal and external programs by observation, administering of surveys to residents and staff, and other appropriate evaluation methods and provide feedback and recommendations for program improvement.
- Act as a liaison with DYFJ’s contracted programs and contract management unit to ensure vendor clearance submission, tracking, and management, and certify vendors are in compliance with contracts.
- Develop monthly provider meetings and progress reports and annual vendor performance evaluation.
- Rapidly develop and learn new programming modules and assist in training other staff and contracted providers to implement programming.
- Perform other duties as needed in relation to the youth’s cultural, educational, and recreational needs.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

This job opening has been reposted. Previous applicants do not need to reapply.

Section 424-A of the New York Social Services Law requires an authorized agency to inquire whether a candidate for employment with child-caring responsibilities has been the subject of a child abuse and maltreatment report.

TO APPLY

APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ELECTRONICALLY USING ONE OF THE OPTIONS BELOW:

For current city employees, go to Employee Self Service (ESS), Recruiting Activities, Careers and search for Job ID#633732.

For all other applicants go to www.nyc.gov/careers and search for Job ID#633732. Click on the "Apply" button.

If you do not have access to a computer, most public libraries have computers available for use.

Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

COMMUNITY COORDINATOR - 56058

Minimum Qualifications

1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and two years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties described above; or
2. High school graduation or equivalent and six years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties as described above; or
3. Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" or "2" above. However, all candidates must have at least one year of experience as described in "1" above.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

Residency Requirement

New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.

Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.