Youth Worker - Adjunct - Ulster County - (Kingston, NY)

MHA in Ulster County, Inc. has an adjunct (15 hours/week) position available serving Ulster County working 1 on one with children as a Youth Worker. To provide temporary and specialized care working directly with youth experiencing social, emotional and behavioral difficulties. The Youth Worker will provide respite by involving the child(ren) in structured recreational and skill building activities while caring for the child in the community in absence of primary caregiver. The Youth Worker is required to document contacts in a progress note and attend scheduled respite meetings. Position hours includes flexible day, early evening and weekend hours. Responsibilities: This position will provide direct care to families and their children (ages 5-18) who have social, emotional and behavioral needs. Will provide the families with family support, respite by involving the children in structured recreational and skill building activities.