Residential Youth Counselor

We are looking for Full-Time Youth Development Counselors that are available to work overnight from Wednesday - Saturday 11 pm to 9 am A Career with Little Flower Little Flower Children and Family Services of New York is a nonprofit organization that has worked to improve the well‑being of children, youth, and families across New York City and Long Island since 1929. Our staff of more than 500 provides prevention services, foster care, residential treatment care, adoption services, medical and mental health services, and programs and services for individuals with developmental disabilities. Youth Development Counselor Summary Job Description Supervises the activities of the children residing in the cottage; ensures that rules and procedures are followed. Depending on the shift assignment, may assist in organizing, supervising and participating in recreational and other group activities which may involve driving clients. Instructs children on personal hygiene; supervises and participates in maintaining the cleanliness of the cottage. Depending on the shift assignment, may be expected to prepare and supervise meals and assist in the housekeeping of the residence. Enters information concerning activity of residents during shift into the Cottage Log; prepares incident reports as required. Some knowledge of the methods and techniques of dealing with adolescent behavior, of group leadership and of appropriate disciplinary procedures. Ability to gain and hold the confidence of the children and to maintain a sympathetic and understanding attitude towards them. Ability to understand and follow the laws, rules and regulations pertaining to the care and safety of children under care. Ability to keep routine records and to make oral and written reports. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions. Thorough knowledge of appropriate restraint techniques. Valid NYS driver’s license High School Diploma or GED Experience in handling groups of children & teens, preferably in a residential setting Ability to participate in mandated initial TCI training during weekday evenings upon hire. Fluent English reading, writing, speaking, computer skills necessary to record observations and monitor reports Availability At this time we are recruiting for full‑time positions for Wednesday - Saturday 11 pm to 9 am Compensation Starting at $18.00/hour. Salary will be commensurate with experience. Little Flower Children and Family Services of New York provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected group status. #J-18808-Ljbffr