We are looking for a Full-Time Community Care Youth Development Counselor to work Sunday - Thursday 3 pm to 11 pm.
Position Summary:
The Community Care - Youth Development Counselor provides immediate, trauma-informed support during behavioral or emotional crises affecting youth within the RTC community. This role ensures safety and de-escalates high-stress situations by promoting consistent implementation of Individualized Crisis Support Plans (ICSPs).
Key Responsibilities:
• Crisis Response & Stabilization: Respond to behavioral and emotional crises by supporting de-escalation, ensuring safety and facilitating post-incident reflection. Stabilize individuals and environments, ensuring physical and emotional safety. Support re-entry into the program or setting after the crisis subsides. Assist with the supervision of youth during transition and mass movement around campus.
• Intervention Planning: Assist in updating individualized crisis prevention and response plans. Participate in interdisciplinary treatment team meetings to provide insight and feedback. Recommend intervention strategies based on observations and incident trends.
• Documentation & Compliance: Document critical incidents in accordance with agency, regulatory, and licensing requirements. Monitor trends and provide summaries to leadership for review and analysis. Support mandated reporting and emergency response procedures.
• Training & Capacity Building: Model effective de-escalation and intervention techniques from the Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) Model. Support new hire and ongoing training efforts related to behavior management. Reinforce a culture of safety, respect, and accountability.
• Collaboration & Communication: Participate in post-incident debriefs and process improvement efforts. Performs other functions as assigned.
Minimum Requirements:
Valid NYS driver's license High School Diploma or GED Experience handling groups of children & teens, preferably in a residential setting. Ability to participate in mandated initial TCI training during weekday evenings upon hire. Fluent English reading, writing, speaking, computer skills necessary to record observations and monitor reports. Must be available Sunday - Thursday 3 pm to 11 pm.
Special Qualifications:
Minimum 2 years of experience working with youth in residential, behavioral health, or crisis response settings. Understanding of trauma-informed care, behavioral support strategies, and adolescent development. Strong interpersonal, communication, and conflict-resolution skills. Ability to remain calm and make sound decisions under pressure. Proficient in electronic documentation systems and incident reporting.
Work Conditions/Availability:
Flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and on-call shifts as needed. Requires frequent movement between program locations and the ability to respond quickly in active situations. Regular exposure to high-stress scenarios and emotional intensity. Full-time positions are available. Positions require at least one weekend shift. Sunday - Thursday 3:00p-11:00p 40 hours a week, Full Time