Recreation Counselor - CRS006 - Sun-Thurs 2PM-10PM

$45,240 - $45,240/Yr

WellLife Network - Setauket- East Setauket, NY

Full-time

Setauket- East Setauket, NY

Nursing and Residential Care Facilities

About the position

The Recreation Counselor at WellLife Network's Community Residence program is responsible for providing youth with opportunities to engage in pro-social and skill-building activities. The role focuses on helping youth develop coping skills for life's stressors through various recreational activities, fostering emotional, mental, physical, social, and creative growth. The position requires collaboration with youth to plan activities and ensure their safety and well-being while promoting family engagement and support.

Responsibilities

• Organize and document a diverse monthly calendar of recreational activities in collaboration with youth.
• Create and submit skill-building activity sheets for community outings.
• Oversee the budget for recreational activities, ensuring cost-effectiveness.
• Purchase recreational supplies with approval, maintaining inventory organization.
• Relay necessary information to staff for program implementation and develop community relations to support the program.
• Offer tailored supervision and care for each resident, ensuring their safety and well-being.
• Demonstrate positive behaviors and embody the program's core values to influence residents constructively.
• Utilize strength-based techniques to foster resilience and asset-building among the youth.
• Assess and instruct residents in daily and independent living skills, while also tracking their progress.
• Maintain a nurturing and therapeutic milieu, encouraging appropriate socialization and emotional growth.
• Provide behavioral support, employ crisis intervention strategies as needed, and utilize therapeutic practices in all interactions.
• Create a homely atmosphere, showing responsibility in carrying out household duties alongside residents.
• Actively participate in the development and review of service plans, aligning with individual goals and objectives.
• Apply trauma-sensitive practices in all interactions and care provided to residents.
• Accompany residents to various appointments and activities, providing necessary supervision and transportation.
• Promote and facilitate family involvement and potential reunification, maintaining regular communication and employing strength-based strategies.
• Offer both formal and informal counseling and support to residents, contributing to their emotional and social development.
• Ensure strict adherence to prescribed medication regimens for each resident.
• Aid residents in managing their behavior and provide crisis intervention when necessary.
• Promptly report any incidents or unusual occurrences to the supervisor and complete required documentation.
• Ensure all assigned reporting and documentation are completed accurately and submitted in a timely manner.
• Assist with residence upkeep, including general cleaning, laundry, shopping, meal planning and preparation, and coach residents in these skills.
• Engage in staff meetings, in-service, and OMH trainings as mandated.
• Willingly attend unique events, such as the annual Family Bonds retreat, and perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma
• Experience working with children and adolescents with emotional and behavioral disorders
• Valid New York State driver's license