On-call Youth Counselor - New York, United States - Ali Forney Center

Ali Forney Center

Verified Company

New York, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

FUNCTION
This position has direct responsibility for the day-to-day operation of the housing program. Youth Counselors create and supervise a safe, affirming environment for residents to meet their needs and progress on goals. They provide one-on-one and group counseling and oversee the functioning of the site. Youth Counselors must be organized and able to work and solve problems independently and communicate effectively with supervisors.

TOP RESPONSIBILITIES

Monitor and supervise youth in program to provide a safe, clean and secure environment
Maintain a safe, respectful, hospitable, and professional atmosphere
Provide personal behavioral counseling and referrals
Facilitate groups or activities as needed
Prepare and supervise meals
Help maintain consistency in delivery of services and with regards to programmatic policies
Document daily services, maintain client charts, progress notes, and group notes
Communicate with treatment team, IT and Facilities, and program supervisors
Attend mandatory staff meetings and regular supervision
Must work 4 shifts a month

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
[ x] High School

[ ] Vocational Training

[ ] Undergraduate Degree

[ ] Masters Degree

Training/Experience in youth social services required.

TECHNICAL SKILL REQUIREMENTS
Computer knowledge and competent writing skills.

QUALIFICATION NEEDED
Must be highly organized and able to work independently. Experience working with adolescent/young adult population required. Knowledge of psychosocial needs of LGBTQ/homeless population is helpful. Experience in individual and group behavioral counseling. Ability and willingness to work flexible hours, weekends and holidays; may include overnight shifts. Youth Counselors are required to remain awake for the entire duration of their shifts. Transgender & gender non-conforming people are encouraged to apply. Bilingual (Spanish) speaking encouraged to apply.
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