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