Relief Residential Youth Counselor

Children's Home Society of South Dakota • Sioux Falls, SD

96d • $20

About The Position

Children’s Home Society of South Dakota is seeking Relief Residential Youth Counselors to work as part of a team providing supervision and trauma informed care of children within the residential program. As a leader in compassionate, trauma-informed care, Children's Home Society is committed to fostering equity and inclusion in all aspects of our work. By joining our team, you will make a difference every day—creating positive change for individuals, families, and communities. Each smile, hug, and heart you touch will reflect the meaningful impact of your work.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• A Bachelor’s degree is preferred but not required.
• 1-2 years of experience working with children, especially those with behavioral issues, is preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with children with behavioral issues.
• Ability to handle highly sensitive, confidential information.
• Strong communication skills.
• Organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to show awareness and respect for diverse cultural backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Nurture children through interactive and engaging strategies.
• Maintain vigilant supervision of children.
• Facilitate structured activities, i.e., games, outdoor recreation, etc., if applicable.
• Assist children with hygiene, diet, getting ready for school, etc.
• Respond to emotional dysregulation in a trauma informed manner, supporting as needed.
• Participate as member of treatment team and maintain communication with the team.
• Assist in keeping unit clean and orderly.
• Document required hand off communication.
• Complete daily/weekly logs on assigned children.
• Complete behavioral/restraint/incident reports before leaving shift.
• Ensure safety standards and policies and procedures are followed.
• Monitor and supervise phone calls and visits as set by child’s therapist.
• Work on Quality Improvement goals.
• Attend required annual training and demonstrate competency in required areas.
• Attend and participate in weekly staff meetings.

Benefits

• Work-Life Balance: Schedule on an as needed basis.
• Referral Bonuses: Earn up to $1,000 for referring new employees.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED