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Youth Care Worker

Institute for Child & Family Health, Inc.New York, NY
A week ago
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Company

Institute for Child & Family Health, Inc.

Location

New York, NY

Type

full-time

Work Schedule

full time

Work Location

office

Job Description

Support vulnerable youth at Institute for Child & Family Health in NYC. Deliver hands-on care, mentor teens in crisis, and foster resilience in dynamic group homes. Impact lives with your empathy and dedication in this rewarding full-time role.

Full Description

Youth Care Workers at Institute for Child & Family Health, Inc. guide at-risk youth toward stability in New York City facilities. Engage daily with adolescents aged 12-18 in residential settings. Supervise routines, facilitate therapeutic activities, and de-escalate conflicts using trauma-informed methods. Collaborate on individualized care plans with counselors. Track progress through nightly logs and weekly case reviews. Require associate degree in social work or related field. Hold 1+ year experience with youth in crisis. Possess CPR/First Aid certification and NYC DOH clearance. Familiar with behavioral intervention techniques. Excel in empathy, crisis management, and clear communication. Team-driven culture supports work-life balance. Offers competitive compensation and benefits.

Key Skills

trauma-informed carecrisis interventionyouth mentoringbehavioral observationempathy building