Residential Counselor & Youth Support Specialist

Hudson River Housing; City of Poughkeepsie (NY); Vor Ort; USD 23.000 - 32.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Hudson River Housing in Poughkeepsie, NY seeks a Residential Counselor for River Haven to actively supervise residents and visitors, support intake, advocacy, and crisis intervention. The role involves meal prep, keeping the facility safe, and coordinating with Case Managers within multiple shifts.

The candidate should have a high school diploma and strong communication skills, with experience in human services or homeless populations preferred. Valid driver’s license is a plus.

Qualifikationen

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in human services or working with homeless populations is preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively and maintain confidentiality.

Aufgaben

• Supervise residents and ensure safety and program rule compliance.
• Handle calls and refer to Case Managers as needed.
• Screen youth for housing and conduct risk assessments.
• Provide youth development activities and group meetings.
• Assist Case Managers with assigned tasks per client plans.
• Prepare meals and supervise mealtime.
• Maintain building cleanliness and safety during shifts.
• Maintain confidential client records and share necessary information with staff.
• Attend trainings and meetings to meet annual requirements.
• Participate in data collection, procurement, meals, outreach, or related activities as assigned.
• Arrange transportation for clients per procedures.
• Keep visitor logs up to date.
• Assist in kitchen and breakfast as needed.
• Provide emergency on-call coverage.

Kenntnisse

Customer service

Crisis intervention

Communication

Ausbildung

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Jobbeschreibung

Hudson River Housing in Poughkeepsie, NY seeks a Residential Counselor for River Haven to actively supervise residents and visitors, support intake, advocacy, and crisis intervention. The role involves meal prep, keeping the facility safe, and coordinating with Case Managers within multiple shifts.

The candidate should have a high school diploma and strong communication skills, with experience in human services or homeless populations preferred. Valid driver’s license is a plus.