Youth Counselor - Special Services

Commonpoint • Little Neck, NY

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Commonpoint is hiring a Youth Counselor for the Special Services Department. This department focuses on enhancing the quality of life within an inclusive environment that supports individual growth and meets individual needs. The Youth Counselor will work under the supervision of the group leader to ensure the daily supervision and safety of children, and will assist in planning goals and activities. This role reports directly to Marianna Albines. Part-time staff are essential to supporting daily operations and program delivery.

Requirements

• Candidates should be at least 18 years of age.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Willingness to accept guidance and supervision.
• A sense of patience for the children we serve.

Nice To Haves

• If the candidate is 16 -17 years of age, they may be considered if they have experience working with children with special needs.
• Previous experience in a Commonpoint role is a plus.
• Previous experience with neurodiverse individuals.
• Being an active worker when collaborating as a team to support our neurodiverse children.

Responsibilities

• Support agency initiatives by carrying out assigned duties accurately and efficiently, while following established processes and contributing to basic data collection, reporting, or documentation as required.
• Use agency resources responsibly by following established procedures, safeguarding equipment and materials, and/or supporting cost-effective operations.
• Work effectively with supervisors, coworkers, and cross-department teams to ensure clear communication, timely task completion, and a positive, respectful work environment.
• Follow all safety protocols, policies, and procedures to maintain a safe work environment for staff, partners, and the public, and promptly report concerns or incidents.
• Be directly responsible for the children assigned to the group from the time they arrive to the end of the day.
• Implement activities that have been developed in accordance with the child’s specific needs.
• Engage and interact with the children throughout the day and follow the group room schedule and individualized therapeutic interventions.
• Serve as good role models for the children which fosters the agency’s values and mission.
• Arrive at work promptly to ensure proper staff coverage for the group room.
• Keep group rooms organized and clean.

Benefits

• Competitive base salaries benchmarked against comparable nonprofit organizations in the New York metropolitan area.
• Salaries are determined based on internal and external equity, as well as each position’s scope, qualifications, and organizational impact.
• Fair and consistent compensation.
• Salary offers are set according to established salary bands and are not subject to negotiation.
• New hires typically start near the beginning of the salary range to allow for growth based on performance, professional development, and tenure.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed