Youth Counselor

About the role

The Youth Counselor plays a crucial role in improving mental healthcare for adolescents. They supervise and care for clients in individual and group settings, ensuring their safety and well-being.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and care for adolescent clients in individual and group settings, ensuring their safety and well-being.
• Assist adolescents with daily living skills, including eating, personal hygiene, grooming, social interactions, and positive behavior development.
• Provide support with daily activities, school responsibilities, and therapeutic programs while encouraging appropriate behavior and participation.
• Lead and assist with group activities, maintain accurate documentation of daily activities and behaviors, and participate in shift meetings and treatment team meetings to support quality care and communication.

Requirements

• Youth Counselor I: High school diploma or equivalent is required. Must have one year of experience with children or adults with serious mental health needs. Inpatient experience is preferred.
• Youth Counselor II / Youth Counselor IV: High school diploma or equivalent (e.g., GED, HiSET) plus three years of experience with children/adults with serious mental health needs; OR An associate’s degree plus one year of experience; OR A bachelor’s degree plus six months of experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Must have one year of experience with children or adults with serious mental health needs. Inpatient experience is preferred.
• An associate’s degree plus one year of experience; or a bachelor’s degree plus six months of experience.

Skills

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of mental health disorders and treatment options.
• Experience working with adolescents and families.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation: Salary matching skills and experience.
• Generous Time Off: Ample vacation and holiday pay.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage. Additional voluntary benefits to support your lifestyle.
• Professional Growth Opportunities: On-the-job training with access to paid CEU opportunities. Career development programs designed to help you grow. Supervision for BBS hours for AMFT, ACSW, and APCC professionals (where applicable).
• Employee Recognition & Rewards: Celebrates and rewards hard work and dedication.

Pay

$21.00 - $27.10 USD per hour.

Schedule

Sunday, Monday & Tuesday, AM: 6am to 6:30pm.