Unit Counselor-FSW HB532808
Unit Counselor-FSW HB532808
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So it is our pleasure to announce that we are currently seeking a fulltimecandidate for the role ofUnit CounselorFood Service Worker (UCFSW)to join our team! Staten Is. resident preferred
By ICL definition under the direct supervision of the Program Dir. a Unit CounselorFSW is someone primarilyresponsible for interacting directly with residents performing a wide variety of tasks related to the care nurturing treatment education socialization habilitation recovery healing safety security and support of such residents assuring that all areas of the facility are clean and functioning as required.In addition tothe general routine andmanual tasksthat require medium physical effort related to the preparation and service of food: meal assembly servicing sanitation and safety. Veterans preferred for specific VA Shelter locations.
MIN. ROLE REQUIREMENTS & PREFERENCES:
- LOCATION:StatenIs NY 10305Available 5 Days min. Monday to Sunday with options for O.T.Shift: Days & Hours TBD
- EDU/EXP:GED/HSE or higher and 3 years ofBOTHunit counseling food service dietary or relevant human services preferably in a shelter setting
- LICENCING:
- NYS Food Handler(MUST be obtained within 45 days of hire)
- Valid State Drivers ID CDL General Class D orClass A B or C licensing accepted) NY NJ CT or PA preferred
- Proper attire always this includes work pants boots and outer/innerwear with the ICL company logo(provided after training)
ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Knowledge of basic arithmetic aka Math
- Ability to stand stoop bend and stretch for long periods of time
- Ability to effectively use computer software such as MS Word and Outlook
- Ability to consistently report for work as scheduled being oncall if needed
- Ability to perform medium to heavy manual labor including lifting objects weighing up to 50 lbs
- Ability to work in a setting with diverse individuals with mental illness and/or behavioral disorders
- Strong problemidentification and solving skills with an awareness of self and ones impact on others
- Ability to work both independently and as a team to conform to all applicable safety and accountability measures
- Strong communication listening interpersonal writing and conveying skills bilingual is a plus but not mandatory
- Ability to continually learn and apply knowledge with a willingness to participate in inservice training and development activities
- Ability to learn understand and comply with all state and city regulations policies and procedures regarding unit counseling & food service
- Ability to follow all safety guidelines in accordance with the performance of the tasks mentioned below...
UNIT COUNSELOR TASKS:
- Resident Integration show empathy to residents upon entry; participate in or conduct orientation of new residents; communicate to residents what the program processes and activities are explaining the types of clinical services recreational activities and ICL programs that are available
- Resident & Program Support actively look for ways to assist residents with compassion and hope; responsible for helping to meet the program needs of residents and developing the spirit values and culture of the neighborhoods; provide social support to residents including verbal assistance to help residents to help themselves regarding daytoday life in the residence
- Housing Support conduct hourly rounds of the facility to check in on all residents; document neighborhood activities and interactions with residents as directed; assist with mealrelated activities such as warming up food as required serving it and cleaning up activities
- Travel & Recreational Planning provide residents on both an individual or group basis with transportation for housing placement service appointments recreational or other service planrelated purposes as appropriate
- Conflict Resolution mediate and perform crisis assessment and verbal/nonverbal crisis intervention between residents; participate in planned interventions with residents as directed including the use of Motivational Interviewing; maintain selfcontrol in crisis situations working with residents and staff in a caring and respectful manner
- Compliance Support comply with attendance and timekeeping rules and report reliably and regularly to work on an ongoing basis; comply and promote compliance with all applicable laws regulations and agency policies helping to strengthen and maintain an ethical organizational culture
- Team and Staff Support attend and participate in required trainings mgmt. and supervision meetings; function as an effective team member including performing share of work cooperating with coworkers securing cooperation and maintaining professional relationships and boundaries with coworkers supervisors and residents; report serious incidents allegations or sensitive situations to supervisors as well as inservice trainings
FOOD SERVICE WORKER TASKS:
- Ensure residents on special diets received and monitor temperatures of food
- Wait on residents and record the number of meals served modifying proper food and portions as needed
- Set and wait on tables: pick up meal trays after meal period; return trays to the kitchen; strip tray waste into garbage cans
- Simple stove grilltype cooking: hamburgers eggs etc. and preparation of snacks toast coffee tea salads etc. as needed
- Bring food and other supplies to prep and serving areas cleaning and sterilizing fruits vegetables and food sample jars prior
- Use manual and/or mechanical equipment to pressure wash appliances like reusable pots pans dishes utensils and other equipment using a variety of cleaning substances
- Use manual and/or mechanical equipment to pressure clean floors ceilings walls windows etc. in general kitchen and dining areas: storage loading dock garbage cans and food prep
- Take inventory of supplies and requisition receiving cleaning and storing supplies and deliveries in appropriate storage areas for the preparation of food helping to maintain cleanliness and prevent food spoilage
- Perform other jobrelated tasks as assigned in an organized and detailoriented manner
- Please Note:To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty listed satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions unless this causes undue hardship to the agency.
If you feel that youre a suitable candidate for this role and would like to join our organization please submit your resume in response to this ad to contact a recruiter in HRfor further related info to the role above or the benefits mentioned below
ICL BENEFITS:
PLEASE NOTE:ICL Company Benefits are exclusive to employees working 20 hours and EDU Leave is 40 hoursONLY!
- PAIDOrientation and Training
- Choice of full and/or partial Health Dental and Vision Benefits spousal and child coverage available too
- Life & AD&D Insurance Medical Flexible Spending
- Mental Health Services and Providers
- Educational & Parental Leave
- Tuition & WorkLife Assistance
- Commuter Benefits Plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- Matching 403B nonprofit
- Payroll Benefits:Corporate Fitness Account / NYS College Savings Program / Etc.
- Discounts on select ticketed purchases provided by Plum Benefits
- And many more
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Employment Type
Full-Time
