Relief Emergency Shelter Counselor

Center for Youth Services • Rochester, NY

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About The Position

The Center for Youth operates a free, confidential, voluntary, 13-bed shelter for youth ages 12–17 for stays of up to 30 days. Counselors provide nonjudgmental, individualized support to help youth reunite with their families or find alternative, stable housing. This is a relief, part-time position, with hours that can include days, evenings, overnights, and weekends.

Requirements

• High school degree, GED, or equivalent combination.
• Valid driver's license.
• Skills in counseling approaches and techniques.
• Crisis prevention skills.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Offers may be contingent on a background check and a driving record and automobile insurance that meet the agency insurance carrier's requirements.

Nice To Haves

• One year of human services experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise wake-up, clean-up, daily chores, and bedtime.
• Distribute medications and maintain appropriate documentation.
• Serve as a liaison with the Intake and Emergency Shelter Support (Counseling) teams.
• Provide individual counseling and mentoring.
• Respond after hours, assess youth in need, and conduct intakes.
• Develop and supervise social, cultural, and recreational activities.
• Provide crisis prevention, conflict prevention, intervention, and response.
• Maintain accurate and timely program records.
• Maintain the facility and grounds.
• Plan and prepare daily meals.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: High school or GED