Youth Counselor -MPA Adventure-Based
About The Position
Residential Youth Counselor – Adventure-Based Treatment Program Location: Plymouth, NH Pay: Up to $19hr Schedule: 4-Day Work Week Join Mount Prospect Academy (MPA) and make a difference! We’re looking for compassionate, dedicated individuals to support at-risk youth in a therapeutic residential setting. As a Residential Youth Counselor , you’ll mentor and guide adolescents, helping them build life skills, confidence, and resilience. Why Work With Us? Affordable shared housing available Full benefits package (Medical, Dental, Vision) Paid Time Off & Holidays 403(b) Retirement Plan Overtime opportunities Career growth and promotion from within Outdoor adventure perks and professional development About MPA: Founded in 2003, Mount Prospect Academy provides innovative mental health and educational services to adolescents across New England. Our mission is to create a safe, caring environment where students can grow, learn, and thrive. What You’ll Do: Supervise and mentor youth, modeling positive behavior Support daily living activities (meals, hygiene, recreation) Implement therapeutic programming and crisis intervention Foster social, emotional, and coping skills Maintain accurate documentation and reports Collaborate with team members to ensure a safe, structured environment
Requirements
- Associate or Bachelor’s degree OR 60 college credits OR 2 years of experience working with youth OR 7 years of parenting experience
- Valid driver’s license preferred; must be 21+
- Authorized to work in the U.S.
- Background check required
Nice To Haves
- Valid driver’s license preferred
Responsibilities
- Supervise and mentor youth, modeling positive behavior
- Support daily living activities (meals, hygiene, recreation)
- Implement therapeutic programming and crisis intervention
- Foster social, emotional, and coping skills
- Maintain accurate documentation and reports
- Collaborate with team members to ensure a safe, structured environment
Benefits
- Affordable shared housing available
- Full benefits package (Medical, Dental, Vision)
- Paid Time Off & Holidays
- 403(b) Retirement Plan
- Overtime opportunities
- Career growth and promotion from within
- Outdoor adventure perks and professional development
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
