Youth Development Counselor — Weekend & Evening Shifts

Little Flower Children and Family Services of New York; Wading River (NY); On-site; USD 20,457 - 29,136; Full time

Job summary

Little Flower Children and Family Services of New York is seeking a Full-Time Youth Development Counselor to supervise and engage children in a residential setting. Responsibilities include ensuring safety, conducting activities, and maintaining a supportive environment for children with emotional challenges.

Qualified candidates must have a High School Diploma, relevant experience, and a valid NYS driver’s license. The position offers starting compensation at $18.00/hour, tailored to experience.

Qualifications

• Must have experience handling groups of children and teens, preferably in a residential setting.
• Ability to participate in mandated initial TCI training upon hire.
• Ability to maintain a sympathetic and understanding attitude towards children.

Responsibilities

• Supervises daily activities of children and ensures rules are followed.
• May assist in organizing recreational group activities.
• Documents resident activities during shifts and prepares incident reports.

Skills

Dealing with children with emotional problems

Group leadership

Understanding and following laws and regulations

Observation and reporting skills

Fluent in English

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Computer skills

Valid NYS driver’s license

Job description

Little Flower Children and Family Services of New York is seeking a Full-Time Youth Development Counselor to supervise and engage children in a residential setting. Responsibilities include ensuring safety, conducting activities, and maintaining a supportive environment for children with emotional challenges.

Qualified candidates must have a High School Diploma, relevant experience, and a valid NYS driver’s license. The position offers starting compensation at $18.00/hour, tailored to experience.