Youth Counselor- Anchor Point
About The Position
The Youth Counselor provides direct care, supervision, and support to children and adolescents residing at AnchorPoint, the agency’s Children’s Crisis Residence. This short-term therapeutic program serves youth experiencing emotional or behavioral crises and provides stabilization and skill development in a safe, structured, trauma-informed environment. The Youth Counselor implements individualized crisis intervention plans, engages youth in therapeutic activities, and helps foster emotional regulation and recovery by mentoring youth and modeling appropriate self-regulation skills. The position is based at the AnchorPoint Crisis Residence in Poughkeepsie, New York. Two listed schedules are Sunday through Thursday, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., with Friday off; or Monday through Friday, 6 a.m. to 2 p.m., with Saturday and Sunday off. No travel is listed.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Knowledge of trauma-informed care, crisis intervention techniques, and child development principles.
- Ability to work flexible shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as needed.
- Valid driver’s license and ability to transport youth, if required.
- Must complete and pass a pre-employment physical, PPD, and drug screen, as well as an annual physical and PPD.
Nice To Haves
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, child development, or a related field.
- Experience working with children or adolescents in a residential, crisis, or behavioral health setting.
- Appropriate certifications or licensure.
Responsibilities
- Complete training responsibilities in accordance with Children’s Home, NYS Justice Center, and NYS OMH regulations.
- Follow agency policies and procedures in the AnchorPoint Policy and Procedure Manual, Employee Handbook, and Risk Management Manual.
- Provide supervision, emotional support, and crisis intervention for youth in residence.
- Build positive, trusting relationships with children while maintaining professional boundaries.
- Use trauma-informed care principles and de-escalation techniques to support youth experiencing distress.
- Assist with developing and carrying out individualized service plans in collaboration with clinical and residential staff.
- Facilitate structured recreational, educational, and therapeutic activities that promote coping skills and social-emotional development.
- Maintain a safe, clean, and supportive living environment in compliance with agency policies and regulatory standards.
- Document observations, incidents, and progress notes according to agency protocols.
- Collaborate with clinical, medical, and social work teams to support each child’s crisis stabilization and transition plan.
- Mentor youth and model appropriate self-regulation skills.
Benefits
- Weekly pay
- Medical insurance
- Vision insurance
- Dental insurance
- Life insurance
- 403(b)
- Tuition reimbursement
- Paid time off, including 4 weeks of vacation, 3 personal days, 12 holidays, and 9 sick days annually
- A great work environment
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
