Detention Counselor ($1,000 Sign on Bonus)
Canaan, NY 
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Posted 9 days ago
Job Description
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The Evening Non-Secure Detention Counselor is responsible for supervising the daily activities of youth and provides youth with a safe, structured, therapeutic environment. This position has a sign on bonus of $1,000 Sign on Bonus.

Job Responsibilities

  • Account for welfare and well-being of youth at all times. Model appropriate behavior standards for youths. Must maintain visual sight of youth in program.
  • Counsel youth on individual and group basis to assist with adjustment/transition to program. Ensure youth follow and participate in program schedules. Communicate any concerns with youth are brought to the attention of program leadership.
  • Assist with daily meal preparation.
  • Assist with security and safety of youth and facility.
  • Adheres to agency policies and procedures; follows and supports agency mission, vision and values including participating in internal surveys and data collection for continuous improvement initiatives.

Job Requirements

  • Minimum of High School/GED required.
  • 1 year experience working with youth and families; Associates Degree can be substituted for the 1-year experience. (Human Services for related field)
  • Experience working with at risk youth in detention/residential facility preferred.
  • TCI, First Aid/CPR certifications required.
  • Must be able to work a flexible schedule with variable hours including day, evening, weekend, holiday and subject to call hours.
  • Must have a valid driver's license and reliable vehicle. Travel is required. Ability to coordinate and plan travel for visits and appointments in efficient manner.
  • Ability to work with economically and culturally diverse population.
  • Skills: Verbal and written communication skills.

Shifts Available:

  • Wednesday-Saturday 8AM-6PM
  • Monday-Friday 1PM-9PM

Pay and Sign on Bonus

  • $1,000 Sign-on Bonus
  • Starting pay: $20 hourly, depending on Edu/Exp level

Equal Opportunity Employer

Berkshire Farm Center & Services for Youth is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability, marital status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment where diversity is valued and recognized as a source of strength and enrichment. We seek to attract talented people from a diverse range of backgrounds and cultures.

As a federal contractor, Berkshire Farm Center & Services for Youth will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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Berkshire Farm Center & Services for Youth (BFCSY) is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to excellence through diversity. BFCSY takes affirmative actions as an equal opportunity employer to attract, promote, and retain the most fully qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions) sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgendered status, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, physical and mental disability, criminal record, genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, status with respect to receiving public assistance, domestic violence victim status, a disabled, special, recently separated, active duty wartime, campaign badge, Armed Forces service medal veteran, or any other characteristics protected under applicable law.

 

Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Salary and Benefits
20.00
Required Education
High School or Equivalent
Required Experience
1+ years
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