Trauma-Informed Youth Counselor

Good Shepherd Services, Ltd; New York (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Good Shepherd Services, Ltd. seeks Relief Youth Development Counselors for our Residential Programs, offering a caring, trauma-informed approach to meeting youths’ basic needs and ensuring physical and emotional safety.

You will supervise residents, support daily routines, and participate in counseling and family engagement as needed. Role requires on-site availability for 17-20 hours weekly, with day, evening or overnight shifts and occasional weekend work.

Qualifications

• 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 physical intervention activities.

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 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.
• 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, and self-care 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 framework into daily practice to ensure quality care and an effective work environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Physical fitness

Restraint procedures knowledge

Trauma-informed approach

Sanctuary Model familiarity

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Good Shepherd Services, Ltd. seeks Relief Youth Development Counselors for our Residential Programs, offering a caring, trauma-informed approach to meeting youths’ basic needs and ensuring physical and emotional safety.

You will supervise residents, support daily routines, and participate in counseling and family engagement as needed. Role requires on-site availability for 17-20 hours weekly, with day, evening or overnight shifts and occasional weekend work.