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Residential Counselor | Counselor in Social Services Job at Hope for Youth in Amityville NY | 71171

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Residential Counselor

Location:
Amityville, NY
Description:

Hope For Youth's has openings for Full Time and Part-time Residential Counselors (direct care staff) in its residential services programs with locations in Suffolk County with various shifts. Help us build resiliency to the youth we serve on Long Island!Residential Counselors / Direct Care Staff will spend their time in this job: Supporting youth (including documentation, laundry (wash, fold and store), cleaning, transport to appointments, supervise recreational activities, etc.). Supervise and support residents using the Therapeutic Crisis Intervention model without the need for therapeutic holds Resolve resident issues and complaints Staff meetings/supervision/training. To qualify as a Residential Counselor / Direct Care worker you need to have: High School Diploma or GED Valid driver's license and driving record in good standing Physical Requirements (Operate a motor vehicle carrying up to ten (10) children and youth, Lift/move up to fifty (50) pounds, Escort children and youth into the community using stairs when necessary, Physically restrain a child or youth during a crisis situation, Read/write reports and log entries) Support other projects and locations, as needed Ability to work flexible schedule, various locations Relevant experience preferred H ere are some of the benefits of working for Hope For Youth! • Benefit eligibility commences on the first of the month following the first 30 days of employment • 90% Employer-paid medical premiums • Generous paid time off for all employees regularly working over 20 hours • Agency-funded Pension Plan • Pre-tax savings plans: self-directed 403(b), 529, FSA and HSA Accounts • Agency-paid life insurance and disability , and for some positions, long-term disability • Training programs and Tuition Assistance and free tuition credits are also available • Employees may be eligible for Student Loan Forgiveness Programs • Special Events and Recognition Awards • Meaningful work that makes a difference in the lives of children and families of Long Island! • Volunteer and Internship opportunities available within • Supportive like-minded, mission-driven co-workers Please include resume, cover letter and salary requirements. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. All positions are subject to background screening as required by law or contract, including but not limited to: Staff Exclusion List (SEL), State Central Child Abuse Registry (SCR), DMV record review, criminal records screening, reference checks, for some roles, a physical exam. Hope For Youth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Learn more about Hope For Youth at: http://www.hfyny.org Job Posted by ApplicantPro
Company:
Hope For Youth
Posted:
December 27 2023 on ApplicantPool
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