Youth Prevention Counseling Program Leader

The Center for Youth Services, Inc.; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

The Center for Youth Services, Inc. in Rochester, NY is seeking a RHY Prevention Counseling Program Manager to lead a team of counselors and advocates delivering prevention, counseling, and housing services to at-risk youth.

You will supervise staff, coordinate with community resources, ensure compliance with contracts, and participate in weekly Case Review to improve outcomes. This full-time role requires a Master’s in Counseling or related field, at least 5 years of human services experience,

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Counseling, Human Services or related field.
• 5 years' human service experience with supervisory experience OR equivalent.
• CPP/ ICPS/ CASAC certification or advanced training in chemical dependency prevention preferred.
• A valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Review and Monitor OASAS contract objectives and NYS Safe Harbour database.
• Ongoing planning and program development for assessment, counseling, and outcomes.
• Promote linkages with community resources, providers, and systems.
• Assess the needs of youth and families served.
• Ensure compliance with record keeping, reporting, and evaluation requirements.
• Supervise, mentor, and evaluate counselors and advocates.
• Hire, train, orient, and mentor new staff.
• Coordinate and lead team outreach activities.

Skills

Chemical dependency

Supervisory experience

Crisis intervention

Case management

Youth development

Communication skills

Education

Master's Degree in Counseling or related field

Job description

The Center for Youth Services, Inc. in Rochester, NY is seeking a RHY Prevention Counseling Program Manager to lead a team of counselors and advocates delivering prevention, counseling, and housing services to at-risk youth.

You will supervise staff, coordinate with community resources, ensure compliance with contracts, and participate in weekly Case Review to improve outcomes. This full-time role requires a Master’s in Counseling or related field, at least 5 years of human services experience,