Youth Advocate-RTF
Child Center of NYNew York, New York, United States
Posted March 9, 2022
Full Time
About the Company
The Child Center of NY is a leading provider of comprehensive child and family services across New York City and Long Island. Since its founding in 1953, the organization has grown to 60 locations staffed by more than 1,100 professionals who deliver evidence-based programs in six core domains—early childhood education, behavioral health, integrated health homes, prevention and family support, youth development, and residential services. The Center’s mission is to strengthen families and build resilient communities by closing the gap in under-resourced neighborhoods, offering individualized counseling, mentoring, and abuse prevention initiatives. Its integrated care model and commitment to innovation enable children from birth to adulthood to achieve healthy, fulfilling futures. The Child Center of NY is recognized for its community-centric approach, data-driven outcomes, and a diverse workforce that reflects the populations it serves.
Job Description
The Youth Advocate is responsible for the ongoing care and supervision of residents in all phases of their lives in the facility, helping them learn and master daily living activities, emotional growth, and relationships.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Prior experience working with adolescents
- Prior experience working with emotionally disturbed adolescents (preferred)
- Bachelor’s degree in a mental health field (preferred)