Overnight Counselor Shelter Program RHY

ST ANNE INSTITUTE

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Albany, New York

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The overnight counselor maintains a safe and therapeutic environment for homeless or at-risk youth. Key duties include performing intake screenings, conducting hourly safety checks, and transporting youth to appointments.

Qualifications

You have a high school diploma and strong written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and professionals. You are able to work collaboratively as a team member, maintain confidentiality, and have a valid driver's license. Experience with homelessness or child welfare systems is preferred.

Must Have Skills for ATS

driver's license

Job Description

OVERNIGHT COUNSELOR

Runaway and Homeless Youth Services Program (RHY)

Mission:

St. Anne Institute is a human service agency whose mission is to partner with individuals and families in a supportive and inclusive environment to achieve shared goals and strengthen communities. The vision of St. Anne Institute is to be the leading provider of innovative and equitable human services through the Guiding Principles of Loving, Caring and Protecting.

Starting Hourly Rate: $20.00 (40 hours per week) 

Benefits:

Medical, dental, vision, FSA, voluntary life, STD, LTD, Legal Plan, Pet Insurance available the first of the month following thirty (30) days of employment, 403(B), tuition reimbursement, vacation, personal, sick and 11 observed holidays.

Job Description:

Under the direction of the Program Manager of RHY, the overnight counselor will be responsible for establishing and maintaining a clean, safe and healthy therapeutic environment for young people who have left home, are experiencing homelessness or at risk of becoming homeless. 

Responsibilities:

Accurately complete the screening and intake process for youth who are accepted into the program.

Conduct hourly visual checks on youth to ensure safety and well-being throughout the night.

Facilitate morning routine to support youth in preparing for their day.

Transport youth to various appointments and activities using St. Anne Institute vehicles.

Thoroughly and accurately document all information and data required for funding sources and oversite agencies.

Requirements and Education:

High school diploma required, associates in human services preferred; strong written and verbal skills to communicate with colleagues and allied professionals in and outside the agency; ability to work collaboratively and effectively as a team member and maintain confidentiality; experience working with homelessness/child welfare systems preferred; valid driver’s license required.

St. Anne Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity.

ST ANNE INSTITUTE

St. Anne Institute is a voluntary, non-sectarian, residential and community based treatment center. St. Anne's comprehensive programs include a year-round Regents Accredited and Certified Jr. And Sr. High School for the emotionally handicapped; Residential Child Care for young women ages 12-21; Day Treatment/Family Services for children and families in crisis; a Pre School/ Day Care for children ages 3-3; and Prevention . Established in 1887, St. Anne is located on eight and one-half acres within the heart of Albany. St. Anne Institute was opened in 1887.
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