The Center for Youth Services, Inc.
Emergency Shelter Counselor - Full-time
The Center for Youth Services, Inc., Rochester, New York, United States
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Emergency Shelter Counselor - Full-time
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The Emergency Shelter team provides emergency survival-support services to homeless and runaway youth 24 hours/day, 7 days/week, year-round in a 12-bed residence for youth ages 12-17. Counselors strive to engage and establish mutually respectful, trusting relationships with the youth we serve. Clients are approached from a strength and asset-based perspective and staff form partnerships with them to help facilitate the identification of issues, concerns and needs and develop strategies to meet those needs. The ultimate goal of the team is to provide emergency care and support to RHY in a safe, respectful environment and to work with them to resolve the issues which led to their homelessness so that they can ultimately secure and maintain a stable living environment.
Shifts Multiple shifts are available as follows:
Shift 1 : Sunday: 8am-3pm, Monday: 3pm-9:30pm, Tuesday: 2pm-10pm, Wednesday: Noon-10pm, Thursday: OFF, Friday: OFF, Saturday: 8am-3pm
Shift 2 : Sunday: OFF, Monday: OFF, Tuesday: 2pm-9:30pm, Wednesday: 7:30am-3:30pm, Thursday: 2pm-9:30pm, Friday: 2pm-10pm, Saturday: 2pm-10pm
Essential Functions and Example Of Duties
Supervision of daily activities, such as:
Wake‑Up, Clean‑up, Daily Chores and Bedtime
Distribution of medications and appropriate documentation
Liaison with Intake and Emergency Shelter Support (Counseling) teams
Individual counseling and mentoring
After‑hour response, assessment and intake of youth in need
Development and supervision of social, cultural and recreational activities and outings
Crisis/conflict/prevention/intervention, response and intervention
Maintenance of accurate and timely program records
Research, development and facilitation of age‑appropriate basic life skills and independent living skills trainings
Assistance with maintenance of facility and grounds
Assistance with daily meal planning and preparation
Promotion of positive team interactions throughout the agency
Active participation in individual and group supervision
Attendance at staff meetings
Development and pursuit of professional development
Representation of the agency on community committees, coalitions, etc., as assigned
Other duties, as assigned
Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in a Human Services related field, 1-2 years of experience in residential youth program, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Valid driver's license is required with a driving record that is approved by agency insurance provider.
The Center for Youth provides equal opportunities for employment.
Salary: $19 - $21 per hour
Job Details
Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Other
Industries: Individual and Family Services
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Emergency Shelter Counselor - Full-time
role at
The Center for Youth Services, Inc.
The Emergency Shelter team provides emergency survival-support services to homeless and runaway youth 24 hours/day, 7 days/week, year-round in a 12-bed residence for youth ages 12-17. Counselors strive to engage and establish mutually respectful, trusting relationships with the youth we serve. Clients are approached from a strength and asset-based perspective and staff form partnerships with them to help facilitate the identification of issues, concerns and needs and develop strategies to meet those needs. The ultimate goal of the team is to provide emergency care and support to RHY in a safe, respectful environment and to work with them to resolve the issues which led to their homelessness so that they can ultimately secure and maintain a stable living environment.
Shifts Multiple shifts are available as follows:
Shift 1 : Sunday: 8am-3pm, Monday: 3pm-9:30pm, Tuesday: 2pm-10pm, Wednesday: Noon-10pm, Thursday: OFF, Friday: OFF, Saturday: 8am-3pm
Shift 2 : Sunday: OFF, Monday: OFF, Tuesday: 2pm-9:30pm, Wednesday: 7:30am-3:30pm, Thursday: 2pm-9:30pm, Friday: 2pm-10pm, Saturday: 2pm-10pm
Essential Functions and Example Of Duties
Supervision of daily activities, such as:
Wake‑Up, Clean‑up, Daily Chores and Bedtime
Distribution of medications and appropriate documentation
Liaison with Intake and Emergency Shelter Support (Counseling) teams
Individual counseling and mentoring
After‑hour response, assessment and intake of youth in need
Development and supervision of social, cultural and recreational activities and outings
Crisis/conflict/prevention/intervention, response and intervention
Maintenance of accurate and timely program records
Research, development and facilitation of age‑appropriate basic life skills and independent living skills trainings
Assistance with maintenance of facility and grounds
Assistance with daily meal planning and preparation
Promotion of positive team interactions throughout the agency
Active participation in individual and group supervision
Attendance at staff meetings
Development and pursuit of professional development
Representation of the agency on community committees, coalitions, etc., as assigned
Other duties, as assigned
Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in a Human Services related field, 1-2 years of experience in residential youth program, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Valid driver's license is required with a driving record that is approved by agency insurance provider.
The Center for Youth provides equal opportunities for employment.
Salary: $19 - $21 per hour
Job Details
Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Other
Industries: Individual and Family Services
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