The Unaccompanied Children Program provides temporary residential care and other supportive services to Unaccompanied Children (UC) who are under legal custody of the Federal Government. Working in collaboration with the federal Office of Refugee Resettlement, the POH program provides a safe and nurturing environment for 439 youth as well as therapeutic and educational services and other supports that youth need to achieve success through an array of strength-based and targeted interventions as well as link them with family members and/or other sponsors in the United States so they are able to move forward with their lives and thrive.
Rising Ground
Founded as an orphanage in 1831, Rising Ground has been at the forefront of evolving community needs. Driven by the belief that each of us can thrive when life has hope and opportunity, Rising Ground provides caring support and proven paths to positive change, helping children, adults, and families rise above adversity, and each year, Rising Ground is a positive force in the lives of more than 25,000 individuals. We do this through 50 programs in 70 locations throughout New York City and Westchester. Our strong belief and commitment to diversity shows not just through our work with supported persons but is integral to the building of a strong staff that reflects the communities we serve. Rising Ground is headquartered in downtown Brooklyn.
Benefits
At Rising Ground, we encourage everyone to live a healthier life. When you enroll in health care benefits — medical, dental, and vision care, you and your family can take advantage of each plan’s preventive services, which will help everyone to stay well. Another way to remain healthy is to eat right and keep active. Ultimately, we all benefit when we make the right choices, whether through diet and exercise or health care services. You can also take advantage of other important benefits, including life and accident, disability benefits, the retirement savings plan, and the employee assistance program.
Responsibilities Supervisory / managerial responsibilities as assigned by Program Administrator or Director of Residential ServicesAssumes responsibility for safety, personal conduct, and care of the youth in cottageJob Performance evaluations for Staff they SuperviseResponsible for Scheduling and Ensuring coverage meets ration mandatesEnsures staff complies with agency policiesTCI FacilitatorEnsure food is available in Cottage and meets nutritional standardsAssesses youth’s needs and helps develop treatment, education, and aftercare plans for the youthImplements PBIS tenants in daily work with Children and StaffInteracts critically and constructively with staff members to develop and implement successful intervention techniquesKeeps staff informed of significant behavioral conditions known about an individual and/or the groupMaintains security in building, grounds, and other posts; intervenes during emergencies and crisis situationsMaintains safety of vehicles Coordinates Transportation for discharges, arrivals, medical appts., TFC pick-ups, recreationsCoordinates community relations projects and other outreach activitiesAssists in the oversight of all programming, and evaluates the application of youth’s skills in scheduled activitiesExercises considerable judgment, discretion, and initiative in the performance of duties within the established policies and procedures Weekend and evening shiftsPerforms other related work as assigned Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in a Human Services related field- preferredMinimum two years of work experience in a residential treatment program; orTwo or more years of experience in group work which involved direct care and interaction with youth such as YMCA, schools, recreational facilities, or residential care programs; Supervisory experience of at least one year is preferredAbility to transport youth and travel.Ability to work a variety of shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime; and the ability to respond to crises situations.Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with staff, community groups, the courts, other agencies, and the general public.Excellent writing and communication skills Proficient in Microsoft Office suiteBi-lingual (Spanish/English) a plusPossession of a valid vehicle operator’s license and clean driving recordSalary $60,863.00