Residential Youth Development Counselor

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.

Job description

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.