What are the responsibilities and job description for the Residential Counselor position at Family of Woodstock, Inc.,?
Family House is the only Teen Shelter in Ulster County, NY. We are seeking Residential Counselors who want to make a positive difference in the lives of young people. Previous work experience with RHY / at-risk youth is preferred.
The Residential Counselor (RC) will play an important part in making youth (12-17 years old) feel welcome, safe, and supported, by demonstrating the following:
- Serve as a positive role model, maintain professional boundaries, demonstrate timely communication skills, and remain calm during any unforeseen crisis situation.
- Help to assist residents with their daily personal tasks. For example, guide the youth to follow the program’s daily schedule by waking up to get to school on time, complete their laundry, organize, and/or clean their rooms. Residents should adhere to specific meal times, participate with motivational / educational workshops, and scheduled activities that are intended to provide them with structure and purpose.
- Demonstrate excellent decision-making skills, with safety in mind, during indoor and outdoor activities. RC's may transport youth to appointments using the agency vehicle.
- Remain open to continue training and learning opportunities.
- RC’s should be mature, consistent, and work well with a team.
The ideal candidate will be trustworthy and approachable and have the ability to work a flexible schedule. An Associate's Degree (minimum) in Human Services and/or relevant and commensurate experience is preferred. The hiring for any position at Family House is contingent upon a few factors. For example, whether the candidate’s availability is beneficial to the program’s needs. Applicants must have a valid driver’s license, dependable transportation, a yearly health statement, background clearances from the State Central Registry and the NYS Justice Center, as well as four references (2 professional and 2 personal). Bilingual is helpful but not necessary.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Per diem, Temporary
Pay: From $16.48 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- Overnight shift
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16