Residential Counselor

Location: West Hempstead| Schedule: Full-Time | Status: Non-Exempt | Salary: $20.35/Hour


The Opportunity

FCA is seeking is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Residential Counselor to join our Residential Program. The Residential Counselor will support adolescents with emotional impairments at our community residence by providing a safe, structured, and nurturing environment. This role plays a vital part in promoting personal growth, stability, and well-being for the youth in our care.


Responsibilities

  • Provide supervision and direct counseling to residents.
  • Employ trauma-sensitive practices.
  • Supervise and support residents in completing daily living activities, promoting independence and accountability.
  • Oversee and assist with the day-to-day operations of the residence to ensure a safe and structured environment.
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date program documentation, including petty cash, resident sign-outs, timesheets, receipts, and activity logs.
  • Provide timely and appropriate crisis intervention to address and de-escalate emergency situations.
  • Monitor and manage residents' medication administration in accordance with program policies and procedures.
  • Transport residents to appointments and activities as needed.

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED required; some college coursework preferred.
  • Minimum of one year of experience working with adolescents
  • Ability to ascend/descend stairwells.
  • Valid New York State driver's license with a demonstrated safe and responsible driving record.

Compensation Information

  • The competitive compensation range is reflected with FCA's framework, culture, and values. Individual pay decisions will vary based on skills and experience' while still allowing for growth.

Benefits Information

  • Full Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
  • Generous, vacation, sick, personal, and floating holiday time
  • 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.