Residential Youth Counselor

About the role

As a Youth Counselor at North Homes Children and Family Services, you will play a key role in creating a safe, supportive, and healing environment for youth ages 10-18.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily care, supervision, and mentorship to youth
• Build trusting relationships with youth
• Support emotional and behavioral growth of youth
• Maintain a structured, therapeutic environment
• Teach coping and life skills to youth
• Model healthy boundaries
• Collaborate closely with a dedicated, supportive team

Requirements

No prior experience is required.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Passion for working with youth and supporting their emotional and behavioral growth

Skills

• Empathy and patience
• Effective communication and relationship-building skills
• Ability to manage stress and maintain composure

Benefits

• Paid training
• Ongoing supervision
• Clear opportunities for advancement across various residential programs
• Including short-term stabilization services, comprehensive 35-day evaluations, intensive residential treatment, strength-based residential cottages for youth with serious emotional disturbance, and independent living support through our Teens in Transition program

Pay

Competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Flexible schedule to accommodate the needs of both the youth and the team.