Residential Counselor

Location: West Hempstead, NY | Schedule: Part-Time| Status: Non-Exempt |Salary:$20.35/Hour

The Opportunity

Family and Children's Association (FCA) is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Part-Time Residential Counselor to join our Residential Program. The Residential Counselor will support adolescents with emotional impairments at our community residence located in West Hempstead, providing a safe, structured, and nurturing environment. This role plays a vital part in promoting personal growth, stability, and well-being for the youth in our care.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision and direct counseling to residents.
• Employ trauma-sensitive practices.
• Ensure that the program is operating in compliance with all regulatory, agency, and funding requirements.
• Supervise residents with daily activities, recreational activities, wake-ups and other client needs.
• Monitor and complete all household chores and ensure meals are prepared on a daily basis.
• Complete and submit Medicaid billable case notes and progress notes
• Ensure the medication management procedures are properly followed.
• Transport residents to and from appointments and recreational activities
• Assume other tasks and responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; some college coursework preferred.
• Minimum of one year of experience working with adolescents
• Ability to ascend/descend stairwells.
• Must be able to participate in sports activities with the residents.
• Valid and clean New York State driver's license

Compensation

The competitive compensation range is reflected with FCA's framework, culture, and values. Individual pay decisions will vary based on skills and experience' while still allowing for growth.

FCA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer! We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.