Youth Development Counselor (Euphrasian)

Good Shepherd Services; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate Youth Development Counselor to make a meaningful impact on the lives of adolescents. This rewarding role involves providing 24-hour supervision and guidance to young residents in a supportive environment. You will engage participants in diverse activities, monitor their progress, and foster a therapeutic milieu. Ideal candidates will possess strong conflict resolution skills and a commitment to youth and family development. Join a dedicated team that values diversity and inclusivity while making a difference in the community. If you're ready to contribute to a nurturing environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; Associate or Bachelor's preferred.
• Must have excellent written and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety and whereabouts of participants at all times.
• Plan and engage participants in various program activities.
• Supervise and document participant medical needs.

Skills

Conflict Resolution

Crisis Intervention Techniques

Organizational Skills

Team Collaboration

Written Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Sanctuary Model

Job description

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Youth Development Counselor (Euphrasian)

Are you looking to make a difference in a child’s life? Do you love helping people reach their full potential? If you answered yes to these questions, then we want you to join our team! We are looking for a dynamic and compassionate Youth Development Counselor to work alongside other team members to provide 24 hours supervision, structure, and guidance to the residents of a 10-bed female adolescent Youth Reception Center. The Youth Development Counselor works with participants and their families to create a therapeutic milieu in which each participant can reach their potential and learn socially appropriate behavior, homemaking skills, and develop their individual skills and abilities.

Job Title: Youth Development Counselor

Reports to: Residential Life Supervisor; Euphrasian Diagnostic Center

Location: 479 Jersey Avenue, Brooklyn, New York 11207

Hours: 40 hours non-exempt. Position requires staff to be onsite. Must be available full time for Day, Evening, and/or Overnight Shift. Some weekend shifts will be required.

Salary Range: $20-$22 per hour

Major Duties:

• Ensure the whereabouts and safety of participants at all times.
• Plan, lead, and engage participants in a range of program activities including recreational activities, family activities, tutoring, cultural events, and special activities for evenings or weekends.
• Escort participants to and from court, school, medical, pre-placement visits to other agencies, family/sibling visits, and other various appointments.
• Monitor participants’ school performance, including homework assistance and tutoring.
• Supervise and record participant medical needs and follow-up on recommendations.
• Attend teacher/social worker update meetings.
• Maintain documentation logs of daily activities, progress notes, and critical events.
• Complete assessments and reports for presentation at team meetings.
• Attend all mandatory meetings and trainings.
• Participate in multi-disciplinary meetings.
• Effectively use and practice the Sanctuary Model tools to create a non-violent and trauma-sensitive culture.
• Promote and model the seven Sanctuary Model commitments.
• Integrate the Sanctuary Model SELF (Safety, Emotional Management, Loss, and Future) framework into daily practice.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED required;
• Associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Must have excellent written, organizational, and prioritization skills.
• Ability to transition easily between working independently and contributing as part of a team.
• Valid Driver's License required; comfortable driving in the New York Metro areas.
• Participate in creating a safe and therapeutic milieu.
• Effective in conflict resolution and crisis intervention techniques.
• Must be able to successfully complete state mandated crisis intervention training and perform physical restraint of a resident.
• Must be flexible to work evening, overnight, weekend, and holiday hours.
• Must have a commitment to work from a strength-based, youth, and family development and trauma-informed perspective.

Additional Qualifications:

• Must be able to successfully complete state mandated crisis intervention training within two months of hire.
• Must successfully complete a pre-hire physical ability test.
• Ability to perform physical restraint of youth using approved procedures.
• Must be capable of sustained physical exertion and have no limitations on ability to engage in necessary physical intervention activities.

Good Shepherd Services is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to becoming an anti-racist and multicultural organization. We welcome prospective employees from diverse backgrounds who will join us on that journey and uphold our values.

We are committed to providing a workplace that is accessible and accommodating to employees with disabilities. If you require any accommodations to participate in the hiring process, please inform us of your needs in advance.