FUNCTION

This position has direct responsibility for the day-to-day operation of the Drop-In Center. Youth Counselors create and supervise a safe, affirming environment for residents to meet their needs and progress on goals. They provide one-on-one and group counseling and help oversee the functioning of the site. Youth Counselors must be organized and able to work and solve problems independently and communicate effectively with supervisors.

TOP RESPONSIBILITIES

• Monitor and supervise youth in program to provide a safe, clean and secure environment
• Maintain a safe, respectful, hospitable, and professional atmosphere
• Provide personal behavioral counseling and referrals
• Facilitate groups or activities as needed
• Prepare and supervise meals
• Help maintain consistency in delivery of services and with regards to programmatic policies
• Document daily services, maintain client charts, progress notes, and group notes
• Communicate with treatment team, IT and Facilities, and program supervisors
• Attend mandatory staff meetings and regular supervision
• Required to work 4 shifts a month
• Assist in coverages
• Conduct in-reach and outreach to connect clients to support services.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

[ x] High School

Training/Experience in youth social services required.

TECHNICAL SKILL REQUIREMENTS

Computer knowledge and competent writing skills.

QUALIFICATION NEEDED

Must be highly organized and able to work independently. Experience working with adolescent/young adult population required. Knowledge of psychosocial needs of LGBTQ/homeless population is helpful. Experience in individual and group behavioral counseling. Ability and willingness to work flexible hours, weekends and holidays; may include overnight shifts. Youth Counselors are required to remain awake for the entire duration of their shifts. Transgender & gender non-conforming people are encouraged to apply. Bilingual (Spanish) speaking encouraged to apply.