Behavioral Youth Counselor

$52,000 - $71,000/Yr

Youth Villages - Douglasville, GA

posted 16 days ago

Full-time - Entry Level
Douglasville, GA
Nursing and Residential Care Facilities

About the position

Youth Villages has been a national leader in the implementation of research-based treatment philosophies in the field of children's mental and behavioral health. Our commitment to helping troubled children and their families find success spans 30+ years and includes a comprehensive array of programs and services. If you are looking for a positive career move where you are meeting the challenges of life and striving to make a positive difference, then Youth Villages is the place for you. We are looking for people with a strong sense of purpose and focus to continually build confidence in yourself and our organization.

Responsibilities

  • Teaches the children necessary life skills and provide for their physical daily care.
  • Assists in treatment planning for each child.
  • Conducts daily documentation such as contact notes, milieu notes, and precautionary notes.
  • Participates in client transports to various locations.
  • Participates in recreation therapy with children.
  • Improves children's behavior through coping skills and other therapeutic interventions.
  • Conducts group and 1 on 1 counseling sessions.

Requirements

  • A Bachelor's degree is required.
  • Experience working with at-risk youth is strongly preferred.
  • Excellent written, verbal, and oral skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
  • Basic computer knowledge.
  • Ability to maintain a flexible schedule.

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug Coverage and Vision.
  • Retirement Savings Pension Plan.
  • 401(k).
  • 2 weeks paid vacation.
  • 12 paid sick days per year.
  • 11 paid holidays.
  • Paid Parental Leave.
  • Mileage & Cell Phone Reimbursement (when applicable).
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