Youth Support Counselor

Join to apply for the Youth Support Counselor role at MercyFirst 1 week ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the Youth Support Counselor role at MercyFirst Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. LOCATION: Brooklyn, NY REPORTS TO: Program Manager DEPARTMENT: L.I. Residential Programs Mother/Child SCHEDULE: Full Time / Onsite $1,000 Hiring Incentive Agency Background MercyFirst is a not-for-profit human and social service agency that has been serving children and families in need since we were founded by the Sisters of Mercy/Hermanas de las Misericordia in 1894. Today our agency continues to address the emotional and physical needs of children and families in Brooklyn, Queens and across Long Island through innovative treatments and life-changing interventions. We provide community-based prevention and family foster care services, group homes in the community for struggling children and families within the child welfare and juvenile justice systems, and short-term residential services for unaccompanied migrant children. Each year, MercyFirst helps more than 3,000 children, teenagers and families overcome enormous obstacles, re-imagine their futures and develop their full potential. Program Background Pregnant and Parenting Teen Moms Infant to Toddlers. Our unique group residence allows our young people the flexibility to attend their regular community school, hold part time jobs, and maintain valuable relationships in their communities while receiving necessary services and support from our staff. Position Summary The Youth Support Counselor is responsible for supervising and providing emotional support to our youth. After completing extensive training, you will be able to utilize a strengths-based, trauma informed approach to working with our children. This position reports to the Program Manager with further support from the treatment team and Program Vice President. Required Qualifications High School Diploma or equivalent 1 year of related experience working with children/youth preferred Ability to accurately document childrens activities Valid drivers license strongly preferred Ability and willingness to work varied shifts including evenings and weekends Must successfully complete all required training Understanding and willingness to commit to the agencys Mission, core values, Sanctuary commitments and Social Justice. Responsibilities Maintain a safe and secure environment for our youth Maintain consistent daily routines of the living unit in accordance with Agency policy and treatment plan Supervise clients attendance/participation at structured activities (i.e., school, reaction, chores, meals) Implement treatment team recommendations Report behaviors believed to be symptomatic or emotional, physical, or psychological disturbances Document clients behaviors and activities Safely transport clients to scheduled appointments, recreation events, etc. Assist children in learning independent living skills (i.e., basic hygiene, dress, cooking) Assist youth in completing homework assignments Benefits/Perks A comprehensive health insurance package including medical, dental and vision plans for you and your family (fulltime required) 403B retirement benefits Employer-paid life insurance and long-term disability insurance Generous paid time off (vacation, personal, 12 paid holidays for fulltime employees, sick leave based on hours worked) Free employee assistance program through National EAP Insurance discounts for our staff and their families Trainings to support professional and personal development Employee wellness program Employee recognition activities Hourly Rate $20/hour Hiring incentive of $1,000 after 500 worked hours MercyFirst is an inclusive, anti-racist, multicultural organization and an Equal Opportunity Employer who welcomes prospective employees from diverse backgrounds for all levels at the agency. We strive for a workforce that is reflective of the communities we serve, and do not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, religion or creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, disability, age (18 and over), military status, prior record of arrest or conviction, marital status, partnership status, care giver status, pregnancy, genetic information or predisposition or genetic characteristic, unemployment status, status as a victim or witness of domestic violence, sex offenses or stalking, consumer credit history, or any other status protected by federal, state, and/or city law. This includes, but is not limited to, employment actions against and treatment of employees and applicants for employment. 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