Non-Secure Detention Worker - Morning Staff

ABBOTT HOUSE•New York, NY

4d•$21 - $23

About The Position

We are seeking Non-Secure Detention Workers for our Non-Secure Detention Program located in East Elmhurst and Richmond Hill, NY. JOB SUMMARY The Childcare Counselor is responsible for the direct supervision and monitoring of youth in a non–secure setting. The Childcare counselor must ensure the day-to-day safety and security of the residence and the routines of the youth. The counselor assists the youth with various tasks including accomplishing their daily schedules and routines, completing their daily hygiene, and preparing their food among others.

Requirements

High School diploma
3 years relevant experience
A valid driver's license
The Childcare Counselor must be able to use a computer and able to learn software programs
The Childcare Counselor is required to operate a fax, copier, scan, and other office equipment.
The Childcare Counselor needs to be able to speak, read and write fluently in the English language
The Childcare Counselor must be able to write in the English language using correct spelling, grammar, punctuation, etc.
The Childcare Counselor may frequently lift 0-25 lbs., occasionally lift 25-50 lbs., and rarely lift over 50 lbs.
The Childcare Counselor may frequently push/pull 0-25 lbs. of force, occasionally push/pull 26-45 lbs. force, and rarely push/pull over 45 lbs.
The Childcare Counselor may sit 50-60% of the working day.
The Childcare Counselor may stand 10-20% of the working day.
The Childcare Counselor may walk 10-20% of the working day.
The Childcare Counselor may occasionally stoop. This is defined as bending body downward by bending spine at the waist.
The Childcare Counselor may occasionally kneel. This is defined as bending legs at knees to come to rest on knee(s).
The Childcare Counselor may occasionally crouch. This is defined as bending body downward and forward by bending spine and legs.

Responsibilities

Ensure that children are provided with a clean and safe environment.
Take residents to school and assist with homework.
Monitor residents involved in activities
Monitor residents throughout shift by ensuring residents are always in sight
Inform Residence Manager of any problems
Complete the Safety Crisis Management training satisfactorily
Manage the transportation of youth to and from court and all other destinations.
Manage the preparation of food and monitor residents at mealtimes.
Attend monthly staff meetings and yearly trainings as designated.
Prepare regular written reports, in the form of Logs and Critical Incident Reports.
Perform all necessary activities assigned to further the agency’s mission