Senior NSD Counselor

Together for Youth•Town of Bath, NY

8d•$22 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior NSD Counselor supports youth in Non-Secure Detention by contributing practical information to treatment planning and helping youth regain the ability to re-enter a classroom setting. The role provides educational assistance to youth preparing for a GED, high school diploma, or basic education needs. Under the direction and supervision of leadership, the counselor implements shift work plans, assigns shift work, and monitors attendance and coverage. The position also serves as a role model and lead counselor, supports staff orientation and training, helps lead group sessions, and promotes the welfare, safety, and well-being of youth. The counselor helps youth adjust to the program, supports their participation in scheduled activities, communicates concerns to program leadership, assists with meal preparation, and helps maintain facility security and safety.

Requirements

An Associate's degree is required.
A minimum of 1–2 years of experience working with youth in a classroom setting.
A current, valid driver's license in accordance with Agency guidelines.
Must clear the NYS Child Abuse Registry and pass a physical exam.
Ability to work with an economically and culturally diverse population.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Implement shift work plans by assigning shift work and monitoring attendance and coverage as needed.
Serve as a role model and lead counselor, orienting and training new staff.
Ensure on-call and incident-reporting documentation is completed.
Assist with and lead group sessions as directed.
Account for the welfare and well-being of youth and maintain visual sight of youth in the program.
Model appropriate behavior standards for youth.
Counsel youth individually and in groups to support adjustment and transition to the program.
Ensure youth follow and participate in program schedules.
Communicate concerns about youth to program leadership.
Assist with daily meal preparation.
Assist with the security and safety of youth and the facility.
Follow agency policies and procedures and support its mission, vision, and values, including participation in internal surveys and data collection for continuous improvement.
Perform other duties as assigned.