Interim Youth Counselor
About The Position
Partner with us in making a positive change! Join a team where your work truly matters. We're proud to have been certified as a Great Place to Work for 8 years by our own employees. We invite you to partner with us in our mission to improve mental healthcare. Population Served: Children/Youth (ages 5-17), dealing with acute psychiatric symptoms. Facility & Setting: 16 bed facility, inpatient Psychiatric Health Facility. Clinical Services: Moves clients through five phases: admission; engagement; learning; stabilization and linkage to resources and aftercare. Length of stay: Length of stay is typically up to 72 hours. Stay may be extended, if additional evaluation or treatment is needed. Skills & Services: Intensive treatment programs with individualized care plans.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent is required.
- Must have one year of experience with children or adults with serious mental health needs.
- 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.
Nice To Haves
- Inpatient experience is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Supervising and caring for adolescent clients in individual and group settings, ensuring their safety and well-being.
- Assisting adolescents with daily living skills, including eating, personal hygiene, grooming, social interactions, and positive behavior development.
- Providing support with daily activities, school responsibilities, and therapeutic programs while encouraging appropriate behavior and participation.
- Leading and assisting with group activities.
- Maintaining accurate documentation of daily activities and behaviors.
- Participating in shift meetings and treatment team meetings to support quality care and communication.
Benefits
- Competitive Compensation
- 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
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
