Youth Specialist - Bilingual Spanish
Abbott House
Job description
This position has the responsibility for the day-to-day supervision of children in the residential emergency shelter, assisting with record keeping and specific program functions and performing duties necessary for the overall care and well-being of children in the residence.
About Abbott House
Abbott House is an innovative community-based organization that helps children, families, adults and people with intellectual and developmental disabilities with complex needs build lasting foundations for a promising future. We operate programs in the New York Metropolitan area and Hudson Valley.
Key Responsibilities
+ Help supervise the youth in the Shelter program.
+ Act as a mentor and set a positive example.
+ Oversee and encourage resident participation in group activities.
+ Encourage completion of daily chores and personal hygiene tasks
+ Provide one-on-one supervision or support as needed.
+ Document patient progress, immediately reporting any extreme changes in behavior.
+ Report any incidents that may affect the safety of a resident.
+ Maintain a safe and healthy environment.
+ Responds appropriately to the individual and special needs of children.
+ Is always aware of the whereabouts of all children.
+ Demonstrates group management and crisis intervention skills.
+ Represents and carries out agency, department and unit policies and procedures.
+ Monitors cleanliness and appearance of unit.
+ Responds appropriately to fire alarms and fire drills.
+ Supervises recreational activities.
+ Complete log entries and incident reports accurately and regularly.
+ Attends and participates in all meetings as assigned.
+ Uses TRC vehicle appropriately and appropriately completes van logs.
+ Always provides effective supervision of children.
+ Monitors hygiene and health problems of residents.
+ Maintains appropriate ratios.
+ Works cooperatively and is a good team player.
+ Complete all mandated ORR & Abbott House trainings on a timely basis.
+ Any other related duties as required.
About You
You are the ideal candidate if you are enjoy working with children while empowering underserved communities. Being compassionate, reliable, self-motivated, and a team player are critical attributes to be successful in this role.
+ Degree preferred, High School diploma or GED
+ One year’s experience in childcare preferred.
+ Must have a valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
+ Bilingual (Spanish –preferred)
What We Offer:
+ Professional growth opportunities
+ Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug and Vision Care benefits with premiums substantially paid by for employees, employee families and domestic partners
+ Generous vacation, holiday, sick time and personal time off benefits
+ Tuition Reimbursement
+ Company paid life insurance and long-term Disability Insurance
+ Employee Assistance Program
+ Short-term disability and Workers Compensation benefits
+ Paid Family Leave Program
+ Employee Recognition Awards
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