Full Time- Youth Counselor
Full Time- Youth Counselor
The Ali Forney Center
New York, NY
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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
[ x] High School
[ ] Vocational Training
[ ] Undergraduate Degree
[ ] Masters Degree
Technical Skill Requirements
Training/Experience in youth social services required.
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.
Benefits
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Professional development assistance
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
Staff Support Fund: Gender Affirming Health Care, Educational Assistance, and Hardship Relief
FT Schedule: Saturday 8pm-8am, Weds and Thursday 8am-8pm
FT Schedule:Saturday and Sunday 8am-8pm, Thursday 8pm-8am
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
- FT Schedule: Saturday 8 pm-8 am, Weds and Thursday 8 am-8 pm
- FT Schedule: Saturday and Sunday 8 am-8 pm, Thursday 8 pm-8 am
[ x] High School
[ ] Vocational Training
[ ] Undergraduate Degree
[ ] Masters Degree
Technical Skill Requirements
Training/Experience in youth social services required.
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.
Benefits
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Professional development assistance
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
Staff Support Fund: Gender Affirming Health Care, Educational Assistance, and Hardship Relief
FT Schedule: Saturday 8pm-8am, Weds and Thursday 8am-8pm
FT Schedule:Saturday and Sunday 8am-8pm, Thursday 8pm-8am
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