Life Skills Counselor

About the role

Valley Youth House empowers and strengthens the lives of children, youth, and families through inclusive programming that builds resilience and fosters growth and independence. We work from a Trauma Informed / Healing centered perspective, incorporating positive youth and human development and cultural awareness into all aspects of our agency.

Responsibilities

• Successfully engage youth/client in developing and implementing their individual goal and/or transition plan using positive youth development, trauma-informed and culturally appropriate frameworks.
• Provide 17 hours per week of direct service to program youth.
• Ensure up-to-date paper & electronic client records in compliance with program, county, state and federal regulations and private grant requirements as applicable.
• Facilitate life skills/experiential groups, as assigned, that are educational, restorative, creative, and interactive.
• When not facilitating, perform supportive responsibilities as a role model and to provide a safe learning environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a related field with at least 6 months of experience working with children/teen/families OR
• High School Diploma/Associates Degree in related field with 2 years experience working with children/teen/families

Qualifications

• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing
• Occasionally Light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds
• Often Moving from one worksite to another (driving to see multiple youth in a day requiring getting in and out of a vehicle)
• Often Ability to walk and climb stairs - Visiting clients' homes, placements, and apartments may require walking and navigating stairs, so individuals should be capable of doing so comfortably and safely

Skills

• Positive youth development
• Trauma-informed care
• Cultural awareness

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage, including prescription benefits
• Short- and Long-Term Disability coverage for peace of mind
• Pre-tax spending accounts (Health Care and Dependent Care FSA)
• Health and wellness programs to support your overall well-being
• Referral program where you can earn rewards for bringing talented individuals to our team
• Tuition reimbursement program to fuel your professional growth

Pay

$21.60/hr - $24/hr

Schedule

Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing; occasionally light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds; often moving from one worksite to another (driving to see multiple youth in a day requiring getting in and out of a vehicle); often ability to walk and climb stairs - Visiting clients' homes, placements, and apartments may require walking and navigating stairs, so individuals should be capable of doing so comfortably and safely.