Counselor (Youth Intervention Services Program)

About the role

Join Safe Children Coalition’s Prevention and Diversion team as a Youth Intervention Services (YIS) Counselor and make a meaningful impact in the lives of youth and families in our community. The YIS Counselor provides individualized support to youth ages 10–17 who are experiencing social, emotional, behavioral, school, or family-related challenges. Using evidence-based interventions and a strengths-based approach, this role helps youth build resilience, develop positive coping skills, strengthen relationships, and create pathways toward success.

This is an 11-month position that follows the school-year calendar, offering time off during the summer while allowing you to make a lasting difference throughout the year.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, family, and group counseling to youth experiencing personal, school, social, or behavioral challenges.
• Complete assessments and develop individualized service plans.
• Build positive relationships with youth, families, schools, and community partners.
• Connect families with resources and coordinate supportive services.
• Maintain accurate documentation and case records.
• Help youth develop skills that promote healthy decision-making, resilience, and long-term success.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, Nursing, Rehabilitation, Special Education, Health Education, or a related human services field, with two (2) years of professional experience in child welfare or social services.
• OR Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in one of the above fields, with one (1) year of professional experience in child welfare or social services.
• Possess a valid Florida Driver’s License in good standing and be insurable by the agency’s current insurance carrier.
• Must meet state criminal background check requirements.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule.
• Knowledge of community resources.

Benefits

• 11-month work schedule with summertime off
• 5 weeks of PTO accrual during your first year
• 12 paid holidays
• Medical, dental, vision, life, short-term and long-term disability benefits
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Mileage reimbursement for approved work-related travel
• Professional development and ongoing training
• Coaching, mentorship, and opportunities for growth
• Clinical supervision support toward professional goals, when applicable

Pay

Salary range: $49,000–$52,000