Advocate Counselor (FDR)

Good Shepherd Services•Brooklyn, NY

19d•Onsite

About The Position

The Advocate Counselor provides individual and group counseling, case management, advocacy, referrals, and crisis intervention to older adolescents in the YABC Program. The role also assists with implementing other aspects of the program in close collaboration with agency and school personnel. The position is based at Franklin Delano Roosevelt High School in Brooklyn and is a regular full-time, non-exempt role working 35 hours per week. Salary is $44,000–$50,000.

Requirements

Associate's degree required.
Experience working with adolescents and young adults individually and in groups.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Commitment to working from a strength-based and/or youth development perspective.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual Spanish/English preferred.
Prior experience in a school setting is helpful.

Responsibilities

Provide case management for students identified as needing supportive services.
Provide individual and group counseling.
Provide crisis intervention as needed.
Conduct family outreach and involvement as appropriate.
Develop and implement workshops responsive to student needs.
Help students attend school regularly by identifying obstacles and connecting them with resources; conduct attendance outreach, including home visits.
Assist with other program activities, including planning trips, celebrations, and leadership activities.
Support students with college preparation, including applications, financial aid, personal essays, and college visits.
Participate actively in Good Shepherd Services and school teams.
Complete required statistical, narrative, and record-keeping duties.
Perform other duties as assigned.