Job DetailsJob Location: Bath, NYPosition Type: Full-TimeSalary Range: $20.00 - $21.50 HourlyTravel Percentage: NoneJob Shift: OvernightJoin Our MissionThe Non-Secure Detention Counselor plays a vital role in ensuring the safety, well-being, and positive development of at-risk youth in a short-term residential detention facility. Responsible for supervising the daily activities of youth, the counselor provides a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment. The facility houses residents for short-term stays, during which staff ensure that all youth adhere to program schedules, maintain proper behavior, and participate in daily activities. In this dynamic environment, the counselor will work collaboratively with leadership to address any concerns and support the facility’s mission to foster a safe and supportive space for youth during their stay.DescriptionJob ResponsibilitiesProvide daily support, supervision, and mentorship to at-risk youth in a non-secure residential detention settingModel positive behavior and conflict-resolution strategiesHelp youth develop life skills, emotional regulation, and accountabilityEnsure safety, structure, and consistency within the facilityCollaborate with case managers, probation officers, educators, and mental health professionalsMaintain accurate documentation and incident reportsAssist with daily food preparation * 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 initiativesJob RequirementsMinimum of High School Diploma or GED required.Minimum 1 year of experience working in juvenile detention centers, group homes, youth shelters, youth diversion programs or in a comparable discipline involving work with youth and families.OR an Associate’s Degree in Human Services, Social Work, Psychology, Criminal Justice, or a closely related field may be substituted for the required experience.Successful completion of Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) certification and First Aid/CPR training is required following hire as part of on-the-job training.Must be able to work a flexible schedule with variable hours including day, evening, weekend, holiday and subject to call hours.Valid Driver’s License, with acceptable driving history to the Agency.Ability to work with economically and culturally diverse population.Schedule & Pay Range

Sat, Sun, Wed - Fri: 11p-7a Monday and Tuesday: OFF
Pay Range: $20.00/hour - $21.50/hour. This position is non-exempt and is eligible for overtime.

Equal Opportunity EmployerTogether 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, Together 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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