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About the Role
WellLife Network is seeking compassionate and dedicated Child Support Professionals to join their Community Residence Program team. This role involves creating a safe and therapeutic environment for children and adolescents, providing specialized care, supervision, and therapeutic support to help residents achieve their goals and develop independence.
Responsibilities
- Offer tailored supervision and care for each resident, ensuring their safety and well-being.
- Demonstrate positive behaviors and embody the program’s core values to influence residents constructively.
- Utilize strength-based techniques to foster resilience and asset-building.
- Teach daily and independent living skills, track progress, and maintain a therapeutic milieu that supports emotional growth.
- Create a homely atmosphere by performing and coaching residents in household duties including cleaning, laundry, shopping, meal planning, and preparation.
- Participate in the development and review of service plans.
- Apply trauma-sensitive practices in all interactions.
- Escort residents to appointments and activities, providing supervision and transportation.
- Promote and facilitate family involvement and reunification, using strength-based strategies.
- Offer formal and informal counseling to support emotional and social development.
- Assist with behavior management, crisis intervention, and support adherence to medication regimens.
- Complete all required documentation accurately and on time.
- Promptly report incidents or unusual occurrences.
- Participate in special events, such as the annual Family Bonds retreat, and other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- A High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
- A valid New York State driver’s license is required.
- Experience working with children with emotional or behavioral needs is preferred.
- An associate’s degree in human services or a related field is preferred.
- Patience, empathy, and a strong commitment to supporting youth through their personal growth and recovery journey are essential.
Skills
- Trauma-informed care
- Strength-based techniques
- Behavior management
- Crisis intervention
- Documentation
- Reporting
- Household management
- Skill development
Location
- Manorville, NY
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- Entry Level
Education Level
- High School Diploma
- Associate's Degree Preferred
Salary/Compensations
- $20.60 - $20.60 Hourly
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- 401k retirement plan with matching
- Paid time off
- Holidays
- Personal days
- Free and low-cost gym and wellness access and support
- Ongoing professional development
- Career advancement opportunities
About the Company
- WellLife Network is one of the region’s most impactful nonprofit human services organizations, serving more than 25,000 individuals each year.
- Our work spans behavioral health, developmental disabilities, addiction recovery, housing, employment, and family support.