• Transition Coach/Counselor

    Family and Children's Association (Mineola, NY)


    Transition Coach/Counselor

     

    The Opportunity

     

    FCA is seeking a Residential Counselors for our emergency shelter that provides short-term housing, case management and crisis intervention to runaway and homeless youth.

    Responsibilities

    + Provide informal counseling to residents and be available for discussion of problems, goals, etc.

    + Supervise each resident in maintaining his or her daily responsibilities as per the Program Guidelines.

    + Orient new residents to the house rules and regulations.

    + Transport residents to school or work as needed.

    + Conduct assessments and intake of youth in the absence of the case manager.

    + Conduct fire drills and room searches as assigned.

    + Maintain necessary paperwork on a regular basis (petty cash, sign outs, receipts, etc.)

    + Assume other responsibilities as needed to ensure the effective operation of the program.

    Qualifications

    + High School Diploma or equivalent required.

    + Minimum of 1 year of experience working with youth

    + Basic computer skills with MS Office

    + Valid and clean driver's license

     

    Compensation

     

    FCA offers competitive compensation within a supportive culture that values growth and opportunity. Final salary decisions are based on experience and qualifications.

     

    Benefits Information

     

    + Full Health/Dental/Vision Insurance

    + Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

    + 403(b); with generous employer contribution

    + Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

    + Pet Insurance

    + Short Term (STD) and Long Term (LTD) Disability Insurance

    + Life Insurance

    + Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

     

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

     

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