Youth Counselor
About the Role
At The Children's Home of Reading Youth & Family Services (CHOR YFS), we're building a team of compassionate professionals dedicated to helping adolescents overcome challenges and build brighter futures. Whether you're starting your career in human services or bringing experience working with youth, you'll receive the training, support, and opportunities needed to succeed while making a meaningful impact every day.
Responsibilities
The Youth Counselor provides supervision, mentoring, guidance, and support to adolescent males in a residential treatment program. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you'll help create a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment that promotes growth and success. Key responsibilities include:
- Resident Care & Supervision: Provide daily supervision, mentoring, and guidance; build trusting relationships through communication and positive role modeling; maintain safety and security.
- Behavioral & Therapeutic Support: Supervise residents during activities, collaborate on behavioral goals, and encourage positive decision-making and life skills.
- Documentation & Team Collaboration: Maintain accurate EHR and behavioral records, document progress, participate in training, and follow program policies.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's/Associate's degree in human services or HS diploma + 2 years' youth experience.
- Must be at least 21 years old with a valid driver's license.
- Successfully complete criminal background and child abuse clearances.
- Basic computer skills required.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation and DailyPay.
- Medical, dental, vision insurance, and 401(k).
- Paid time off, EAP, wellness programs, and referral bonuses.
- Company-paid training and career growth opportunities.
Schedule
Part-Time, Flexible Schedule
Location
Mathom House & Easton Manor Programs, Doylestown Area, Bucks County, Pennsylvania
Pay: $19.50/Hour