Senior Residential Counselor-NSD

Senior Residential Counselor

Location: Amityville, NY
Shift: Monday 7am-3pm, Wednesday-Saturday 3pm-11pm
Schedule: Full-Time (40 hours/week) + Overtime opportunities
Pay: $21.50-$22.50/hour plus bilingual differential for Spanish/English new hires

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children and teens? We're looking for a dedicated Senior Residential Counselor to join our residential team at Hope For Youth in a non-secure youth detention program. In this role, you'll support young people through challenging times, help create a safe and structured environment, and lead by example for both residents and staff on your shift.

• Serve as a mentor and leader for youth and fellow counselors
• Maintain a supportive, safe, and respectful environment
• Help guide youth toward positive choices and personal growth
• Collaborate with a caring and experienced team

• Rewarding, purpose-driven work that truly impacts lives
• Amazing coworkers and supportive leadership
• Paid Time Off (PTO) from start and advancement opportunities
• Special staff events and recognition programs
• Competitive starting pay with bilingual pay differential

• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid NYS driver’s license in good standing
• Ability to work a flexible schedule
• Lift/move up to 50 pounds
• Escort residents into community and appointments as needed
• Physically restrain a child or youth during a crisis (TCI training provided)
• Read/write reports and log entries, repetitive wrist/finger movements
• Operate a motor vehicle carrying up to 10 children and youth
• Support other projects within the Residential Department
• Open to supervision and teamwork
• Role model appropriately; nurture, teach, and structure daily living setting
• Organize activities and engage youth throughout the shift
• Support the overall mission of Hope For Youth

Please include resume, cover letter and salary requirements. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

All positions are subject to background screening as required by law or contract, including but not limited to:
Staff Exclusion List (SEL), State Central Child Abuse Registry (SCR), DMV record review, criminal records screening, reference checks, and for some roles, a physical exam and drug testing. Hope For Youth, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.

Learn more about Hope For Youth at: http://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..org

Salary: $21.50 - $22.50 per hour