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Job Overview – Bilingual Youth Counselor (Foster Care):
Compensation: $28/hour
Location: Bronx, NY
Schedule: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday
TAG MedStaffing is hiring a Bilingual Youth Counselor (Foster Care) in the Bronx, NY for our client. This community-based role supports adolescents in foster care through in-person home visits, crisis intervention, and skill-building services. You will partner with youth, treatment parents, and interdisciplinary teams to implement behavior plans, promote independent living skills, and deliver trauma-informed, strength-based care in compliance with ACS standards.
Responsibilities as the Bilingual Youth Counselor (Foster Care):
Youth & Foster Home Support: Conduct required in-person home visits to support youth care, ADLs, life skills development, and behavior plan implementation.
Documentation & Compliance: Maintain timely, accurate documentation including progress notes, assessments, and behavior plans in accordance with ACS requirements.
Crisis Intervention: Provide direct crisis intervention and de-escalation support, coordinating with supervisors and interdisciplinary teams as needed.
Behavioral Planning & Collaboration: Partner with youth, treatment parents, and caseworkers to develop, implement, and monitor individualized behavior goals.
Youth Development & Coordination: Support youth development initiatives, including PYA activities, community referrals, and coordination of educational and recreational resources.
Qualifications for the Bilingual Youth Counselor (Foster Care):
Language Requirement: Bilingual in English and Spanish required.
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Human Services, or a related field required.
Experience: Prior experience working with children and adolescents required, with direct foster care or child welfare experience strongly preferred.
Industry Knowledge: Familiarity with ACS standards, youth development frameworks, and trauma-informed care practices.
Skills & Attributes: Strong written and verbal communication skills, ability to engage adolescents and build rapport with families, and a collaborative, solution-focused approach.
Application Notice: Qualified candidates will be contacted within 2 business days of application. If an applicant does not meet the above criteria, TAG MedStaffing will keep your resume on file for future opportunities and may contact you for further discussion.
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