Child Care Counselor

Rising Ground, Inc.-posted 3 months ago
Yonkers, NY
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The Child Care Counselor provides direct care and support to children and adolescents in the residential treatment center setting. The role involves helping clients address emotional, behavioral, and psychological challenges while fostering a safe, nurturing environment. The counselor works closely with a multidisciplinary team to implement treatment plans, monitor progress, and support the overall therapeutic goals of the center.

  • Provide direct care and supervision to children and adolescents in a residential setting, ensuring their safety, well-being, and emotional needs are met.
  • Actively and diligently supervise youth at all times; both in the cottage, and when escorting youth on campus or during off-ground programming.
  • Utilize the appropriate techniques of behavior management and crisis intervention, using TCI and other agency provided trainings.
  • Remain sensitive and understanding in difficult and stressful situations; keeping the youth’s needs and feelings in perspective.
  • Support individualized treatment plans in collaboration with clinical staff, helping to achieve therapeutic goals.
  • Assist clients with daily living skills, emotional regulation, and behavior management in both group and one-on-one settings.
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of client progress, incidents, and treatment plan goals. Perform Life Space Interviews as trained.
  • Foster a positive, structured, and supportive environment for clients, encouraging healthy coping mechanisms and emotional growth.
  • Communicate effectively with staff, team members and other professionals to ensure a cohesive and holistic approach to client care.
  • Participate in team meetings and provide feedback regarding client behavior, progress, and any adjustments needed in treatment plans.
  • Model appropriate behavior and social skills for clients, offering guidance and mentorship when needed.
  • Support crisis intervention efforts and manage emergency situations when necessary, following established protocols.
  • Access/communicate with other team members (i.e., medical and clinical) as necessary to ensure the health and safety of residents.
  • Maintain/inspect the cottage to ensure no health or safety hazards exist. Remove or report concerns as necessary.
  • Report any observed violations of code of conduct to supervisor immediately.
  • High School Diploma/GED required.
  • At least 3+ years of working in a Residential Treatment Center.
  • Valid driver’s license with a safe driving record as determined by NYS Department of Motor Vehicles.
  • Experience working with children or adolescents with emotional, behavioral, or developmental disabilities in a residential, educational, or therapeutic setting.
  • Strong understanding of state and federal regulations governing residential treatment programs and special education services.
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills, with the ability to work effectively with students, families, school personnel, and external agencies.
  • Ability to manage complex cases, implement treatment plans, and provide crisis intervention when necessary.
  • Commitment to fostering a positive, inclusive, and therapeutic environment for all students.
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