Residential Counselor - Full Time/Part Time

About the role

Evolve Adolescent Behavioral Health is seeking passionate and enthusiastic Residential Counselors to join our teams at our 6-bed teen residential treatment centers in the San Fernando Valley. We have locations in Calabasas, Agoura, and Woodland Hills and currently have both full and part-time roles available.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one support and supervision to teens struggling with mental health and substance abuse issues
• Create a safe, supportive, and high-energy environment where teens can grow and feel seen
• Join clients in experiential activities like hiking, surf therapy, equine therapy, fitness groups, and other fun therapeutic experiences
• Lead engaging psychoeducation groups and recreational activities
• Stay proactive in supporting client safety, emotional well-being, and overall group dynamics
• Respond calmly, confidently, and compassionately during challenging moments or crises
• Model healthy communication, accountability, emotional regulation, and self-care
• Keep accurate documentation of shift activities and client updates
• Support teens in building independence through everyday life skills like cooking, laundry, cleaning, dishes, and maintaining personal spaces

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or GED is required; college coursework or bachelor’s degree is preferred
• Must be at least 21 years old
• All schedules require working at least 1 weekend shift
• Experience working with teens is preferred
• Experience working in a behavioral healthcare setting is preferred

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)/Healthcare Flexible Spending Accounts (HSA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Professional Training
• Paid Time Off
• Free Meals
• Retirement Planning Benefits

Pay

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $27.00 hourly, with a target starting rate of $21.00.