Job detail
Child Care Counselor
Rising Ground, Inc.
FULL_TIME
Posted 4/24/2026
Location
Yonkers, New York
Salary
$21 / HOUR
Core responsibilities
The child care counselor provides direct care and supervision to youth in a residential treatment setting while implementing individualized treatment plans. They are responsible for managing behavior, ensuring safety, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to support therapeutic goals.
Requirements summary
Candidates must have a high school diploma or ged and at least 5 years of experience in a residential or special education setting, including 3 years in a supervisory role. A valid driver's license and the ability to perform crisis intervention and behavior management are also required.
high schoolCommunicationDocumentationLeadershipSupervisionMentorshipConflict resolutionCrisis interventionBehavior managementSafety monitoringTreatment plan implementationTherapeutic supportTransportation safetyResidential carePositive behavioral interventions and supportLife space interviews