NSD Senior Children's Counselor (5389)

This position is currently located onsite in Canaan, NY. In the coming months, the worksite will be relocated to Glenmont, NY.

Responsibilities

• Implement the shift work plan by assigning shift work to other counselors and monitoring attendance/coordinating coverage as needed.
• Serve as a role model/lead counselor by orienting and training new staff.
• Maintain accurate and detailed documentation pertaining to incident management and reporting.
• Act as a liaison between the facility and on-call Director in emergency crisis situations to ensure the safety of staff, youth, and security of the facility.
• Ensure end-of-shift communication with the upcoming shift to promote continuity of care.
• Provide daily support, supervision, and mentorship to youth in a non-secure detention setting.
• Model positive behavior and conflict-resolution strategies.
• Assist youth with developing life skills, emotional regulation, and accountability.
• Ensure safety, structure, and consistency within the facility.
• Collaborate with case managers, probation officers, educators, and mental health professionals to ensure youth’s well-being.
• Perform daily food preparation.
• Adhere to agency policies and procedures; support agency mission, vision, and values, including participating in internal surveys and data collection for continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist with daily general household tasks including laundry.
• Transport youth for appointments such as medical, court, and in case of emergency.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum of High School Diploma or GED required with at least 2 years of experience working with youth in juvenile detention centers, group homes, youth shelters, youth diversion programs, or in a comparable discipline involving work with youth and families.
• OR 2 years of college in a social or human service field (equivalent to 30 credits or more).
• Successful completion of Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) certification and First Aid/CPR training is required following hire as part of on-the-job training.
• Must be able to successfully complete training to administer medication under the direction of facility or designee.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule with variable hours including day, evening, weekend, and holidays.
• Must have a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving history.
• Ability to work with an economically and culturally diverse population.

Pay

The hourly pay ranges from $26.25 to $27.50 per hour, based on experience.

Benefits

Eligible new hires for this position may receive the following travel incentives during the transition period:

• One hour of paid travel time per workday.
• Mileage reimbursement for eligible miles beyond the normal commute.
• A $500 monthly travel stipend.