Youth Counselor

Star View Behavioral Health • Torrance, CA

119d • $23 - $25

About The Position

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. The Youth Counselor is the treatment team member responsible for providing direct care to meet the physical and psychosocial needs of adolescents through direct and indirect physical and verbal interaction. Duties are performed under direct supervision of the Program Director, Facility Manager, and Shift Lead; some tasks are accomplished independently. The position is located at the Star View Adolescent Center in Torrance, CA, and involves working Sunday to Thursday from 3:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent plus one (1) year experience with seriously emotionally disturbed children, or two (2) years' experience with seriously emotionally disturbed adults.
• OR a BA/BS Degree.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day supervision, ensure safety and care for children individually, while in school and in groups.
• Promote and assist adolescents with self-help skills in the areas of eating, hygiene, and grooming.
• Handle individual problems and other activities.
• Model and support positive youth development and positive behavioral self-management through praise, attention, and use of behavioral incentive system.
• Encourage adolescents' interaction and socialization with peers, providing feedback on appropriate behavior.
• Participate in Pro-Act crisis intervention as required.
• Note children's progress in daily progress notes.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation: Offering a salary that matches your skills and experience.
• Generous Time Off: Enjoy 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: A culture that celebrates and rewards your hard work and dedication.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: High school or GED