Youth Counselor (Mental Health Technician / Behavioral Health Worker) | 0.8 FTE | $5,000 Sign-On Bonus | Paid Training
About The Position
North Homes Children and Family Services is hiring compassionate, dependable individuals to join our residential treatment team as Youth Counselors. No previous experience is required—we provide comprehensive paid training and ongoing support. This position is an excellent opportunity for individuals interested in careers in Mental Health, Behavioral Health, Human Services, Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, Criminal Justice, Juvenile Justice, Child Welfare, Education, Direct Support Professional (DSP), Healthcare, and Residential Treatment. Every day, you'll help young people build confidence, develop healthy coping skills, and move toward lasting success. North Homes provides trauma-informed residential treatment and behavioral health services that help children, adolescents, and families build healthier futures. Our team is committed to providing safe, supportive environments where youth can heal, learn, and thrive.
Requirements
- At least 21 years old
- High school diploma or GED
- Valid Minnesota driver's license
Nice To Haves
- College coursework or degree in Human Services, Psychology, Social Work, Sociology, Criminal Justice, Behavioral Health, Education, or a related field
- Experience working with youth, residential treatment, mental health, direct care, group homes, childcare, education, corrections, juvenile justice, healthcare, or human services
Responsibilities
- Provide direct care, supervision, and support for youth ages 10–18
- Build positive, trusting relationships with youth
- Maintain a safe, structured, and trauma-informed therapeutic environment
- Teach coping skills, emotional regulation, communication, and independent living skills
- Support youth in reaching individualized treatment goals
- Help manage behavioral challenges using positive interventions
- Model healthy relationships, consistency, and professional boundaries
- Document observations and communicate with the treatment team
- Collaborate with therapists, case managers, nurses, teachers, and other professionals
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Earned Sick & Safe Time (ESST)
- 401(k) with Employer Match
- Paid Training
- Career Advancement Opportunities
- Employee Referral Bonus Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
