Youth Specialist

Job description

This position has the responsibility for the day-to-day supervision of children in the residential emergency shelter, assisting with record keeping and specific program functions and performing duties necessary for the overall care and well-being of children in the residence.

About Abbott House

Abbott House is an innovative community-based organization that helps children, families, adults and people with intellectual and developmental disabilities with complex needs build lasting foundations for a promising future. We operate programs in the New York Metropolitan area and Hudson Valley.

Key Responsibilities

+ Help supervise the youth in the Shelter program.

+ Act as a mentor and set a positive example.

+ Oversee and encourage resident participation in group activities.

+ Encourage completion of daily chores and personal hygiene tasks

+ Provide one-on-one supervision or support as needed.

+ Document patient progress, immediately reporting any extreme changes in behavior.

+ Report any incidents that may affect the safety of a resident.

+ Maintain a safe and healthy environment.

+ Responds appropriately to the individual and special needs of children.

+ Is always aware of the whereabouts of all children.

+ Demonstrates group management and crisis intervention skills.

+ Represents and carries out agency, department and unit policies and procedures.

+ Monitors cleanliness and appearance of unit.

+ Responds appropriately to fire alarms and fire drills.

+ Supervises recreational activities.

+ Complete log entries and incident reports accurately and regularly.

+ Attends and participates in all meetings as assigned.

+ Uses TRC vehicle appropriately and appropriately completes van logs.

+ Always provides effective supervision of children.

+ Monitors hygiene and health problems of residents.

+ Maintains appropriate ratios.

+ Works cooperatively and is a good team player.

+ Complete all mandated ORR & Abbott House trainings on a timely basis.

+ Any other related duties as required.

About You

You are the ideal candidate if you are enjoy working with children while empowering underserved communities. Being compassionate, reliable, self-motivated, and a team player are critical attributes to be successful in this role.

+ Degree preferred, High School diploma or GED

+ One years experience in childcare preferred.

+ Must have a valid drivers license and clean driving record.

+ Bilingual (Spanish preferred)

What We Offer:

+ Professional growth opportunities

+ Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug and Vision Care benefits with premiums substantially paid by for employees, employee families and domestic partners

+ Generous vacation, holiday, sick time and personal time off benefits

+ Tuition Reimbursement

+ Company paid life insurance and long-term Disability Insurance

+ Employee Assistance Program

+ Short-term disability and Workers Compensation benefits

+ Paid Family Leave Program

+ Employee Recognition Awards