Child Welfare Specialist

2 weeks ago


Poughkeepsie, New York, United States Children's Home Full time
Position Overview

The Children's Home of Poughkeepsie has a long-standing tradition of nurturing children in the Hudson Valley for over 175 years. Our mission is to empower children and families to attain optimal health and well-being.

We are currently in search of Youth Counselors (bilingual preferred) to engage in our Unaccompanied Children (UC) Program. Responsibilities encompass a variety of child-caring tasks essential for daily living within the UC Program, including recreational activities, light housekeeping, personal care, and facilitating meal times, as well as community and educational events.

Available Shifts:

  • First Shift: 7am - 5pm (Sunday through Wednesday or Wednesday through Saturday)
  • Second Shift: 12pm - 10pm (Sunday through Wednesday or Wednesday through Saturday)
  • Overnight: 10pm - 8am (Team 1 - Sunday through Tuesday or Team 2 - Wednesday through Friday and every other Saturday)

The Children's Home provides an exceptional benefits package that includes weekly compensation, medical, vision, dental, life insurance, a 403(b) retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, and a supportive work environment. Paid time off comprises 4 weeks of vacation, 3 personal days, 12 holidays, and 9 sick days annually.

Qualifications

Essential (Required):

  • Must be at least 21 years of age.
  • A minimum of 1 year of experience in child welfare.
  • High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • Ability to engage in vigorous physical activity and participate actively in recreational activities, as well as in the agency's physical crisis intervention program.
  • Capable of evacuating children in emergencies through all primary and secondary exits.
  • Exhibit a positive and friendly demeanor towards children.
  • Possess a valid New York State Driver's License with a satisfactory driving record as determined by the Agency.

Preferred:

  • Bilingual in English and Spanish is strongly preferred for UC Programs.

The Children's Home of Poughkeepsie is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The Children's Home participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm your authorization, this employer is required to provide written instructions and an opportunity to contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) to resolve the issue before any action can be taken against you, including termination of employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.



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