Full-Time Housing Youth Counselor

Job Details

Level

Entry

Job Location

Brooklyn, NY

Position Type

Full Time

Education Level

High School

Salary Range

$21.60 - $21.60 Hourly

Travel Percentage

Road Warrior

Job Shift

Any

Job Category

Nonprofit - Social Services

Description

S Schedule

Full-Time 5 days : 7 am-3 pm, 3 pm-11 pm, 11 pm-7 am

ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW

The Ali Forney Center (AFC) is dedicated to protecting LGBTQ+ youth from the harms of homelessness and empowering them with the tools needed to live independently. Founded in 2002, AFC provides comprehensive services, including housing, healthcare, and educational support to over 2,000 youth annually. AFC's mission is to create an affirming and supportive environment where LGBTQ+ youth can thrive.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Residential Youth Counselor is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the housing program and the direct care of residents during 8-hour shifts. Youth Counselors create and supervise a physically and psychologically safe and affirming environment for residents, helping them meet their needs and progress on their goals. Youth Counselors provide individual support and group programming, and oversee the functioning of the site. Youth Counselors must be organized, able to work and solve problems independently, and communicate effectively with supervisors.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide a physically and psychologically safe, clean, and secure homelike environment.

Complete hourly site walk-throughs to check in with residents and ensure the site is secure.

Complete daily individual and group progress notes.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

Competencies

Skills Needed

Technical Skills

Bilingual (Spanish) speaking candidates are encouraged to apply. Transgender and gender non-conforming people are encouraged to apply.

The Ali Forney Center is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply.