Youth Counselor - Psychology and Mental Health
About The Position
The role is ideal for someone passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of troubled youth and who has the emotional maturity to work in a challenging yet rewarding setting. The opportunity for growth and development is significant, making it an excellent stepping stone for anyone looking to start a career in the mental health field. Who we are: Leo A. Hoffmann Center is a nonprofit Psychiatric Residential Treatment Facility (PRTF). We provide treatment to adolescent males (11-17 years) with complex mental health conditions. PRTFs are more intensive than other services, such as residential treatment or day treatment, but less medically intensive than a psychiatric hospital. Every client has an individualized plan of care based on all aspects of the individual's situation. What we offer: Low-cost benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance Competitive paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays Casual dress code The chance to make a difference in someone's life! Opportunity for growth within the agency What we're looking for: Full-time (72-80 hours per pay period) and part-time (~24 hours per pay period) Youth Counselors. This position provides quality client care and close, intensive supervision of our clients. Every other weekend is required Starting Pay: $19.36-$20.63 depending on education and experience.
Requirements
- Must be 21 years of age or older
- Able to stay calm and emotionally available in an environment serving disturbed youth
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree in social services, human services, or related field preferred
Responsibilities
- Provide a nurturing environment to all clients
- Provide supervision to clients
- Use behavior management techniques appropriately with clients
- Medication administration
- Complete client reports, care plans, and records promptly and maintain client files in accordance with program procedures
Benefits
- Low-cost benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance
- Competitive paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays
- Casual dress code
- The chance to make a difference in someone's life!
- Opportunity for growth within the agency
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
