Residential Youth Counselor (20916)

Northernrivers; City of Schenectady (NY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to empowering children and families. As a Residential Youth Counselor, you will play a crucial role in providing therapeutic care and support to youth in a nurturing environment. This position involves working closely with children, ensuring their physical and psychological needs are met while fostering positive relationships. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this organization offers a supportive atmosphere and various benefits, including health insurance and tuition reimbursement. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

401(k)

Life Insurance

Loan Repayment

Training Opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience with emotionally disturbed populations preferred.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily therapeutic care and programming for elementary aged children.
• Engage youth in age-appropriate activities and document each shift accurately.

Skills

Therapeutic Care

Crisis Management

Documentation Skills

Communication

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

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DIFFERENTIAL PAY

• (10%) is paid 5:00 pm - 7:30 am. Monday thru Friday
• (20%) is paid 12:00 am - 12:00 am. Saturday and Sunday

$1,500 SIGN ON BONUS

As a Residential Youth Counselor, you will provide daily therapeutic care and programming according to agency policy and governing bodies' (DSS, OMH, JCAHO, etc.) requirements for elementary aged children. You will work on-site on our Albany campus and will report to the Residential Supervisor.

Description

Responsibilities include providing for the physical and psychological needs of clients, including safety, hygiene, clothing, food, medical care, and creating a nurturing environment.

Responsibilities:

1. Follow individual youth’s expectations plan, ICMP, and safety plans.
2. Engage youth in age-appropriate activities and conversations.
3. Document each shift accurately.
4. Learn youth history and specific issues, and manage crises safely.
5. Obtain training specific to youth needs.
6. Transport youth for medical and mental health needs.

Level-specific responsibilities:

RC1: Work within trauma-informed frameworks, build positive relationships, complete trainings, and maintain documentation.

RC2: Facilitate groups, lead dorm activities, and form relationships with challenging youth.

RC3: Demonstrate critical thinking, lead and delegate tasks, and make decisions for the team.

Requirements and Education:

• HS Diploma/GED required.
• Experience with emotionally disturbed populations preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Must pass physical and complete TCI training.

Benefits:

• Health insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, holiday pay, 401(k), life insurance, loan repayment, training opportunities.

About Northern Rivers:

We empower children, adults, and families to build stronger communities. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity.