Youth Counselor - Swing Shift
About The Position
Koinonia Family Services is seeking a qualified individual to serve as a Youth Counselor in its Koinonia Connections Emergency Placement Program in Rocklin, CA. The program provides short-term care for youth ages 6 to 17 with challenging behaviors, who are placed due to trauma until a more appropriate, long-term placement can be arranged. The Youth Counselor opportunity includes: A great chance to support kids who have experienced trauma Hourly pay rate: $20.00 to $23.00 per hour, depending upon overall qualifications Medical, dental, vision, chiropractic and behavioral health plan Paid time off (PTO) Participation in our 401k plan Holiday pay premium (time-and-one-half for working certain holidays) The following shift is available (Wednesday-Saturday): Wednesday-Friday: 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM Saturday: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM Responsibilities include: Providing direct care and supervision of youth in a residential setting Implementing individualized treatment plans that address their unique needs Working collaboratively with other staff members to ensure the safety and well-being of youth Maintaining records for youth Attending requirement meetings and trainings Light housekeeping and/or cooking The ideal candidate will be a compassionate individual with good boundaries who has a passion for helping at-risk youth. They will also have good interpersonal and communication skills; good de-escalation skills (training is provided); be reliable and dependable; work productively under minimal supervision; have a high degree of integrity and confidentiality; and a schedule that is flexible to meet work requirements. Join Our Team: At Koinonia Family Services, we foster a supportive and inclusive work environment. In a recent employee satisfaction survey, 95% of employees reported strong coworker relationships, 96% were satisfied with their supervisors, and 94% felt respected at work. As a trauma-informed agency, we prioritize a person-centered treatment philosophy. Join us in making a meaningful impact on youth and families, bringing hope and healing to those in need. Important Note: Qualified candidates must complete a criminal background clearance through the California Department of Justice and FBI to ensure eligibility for employment, as well as a pre-employment physical and TB test. This position requires a valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation as driving is an essential job function. The Youth Counselor must be able to safely and reliably transport youth to medical appointments, therapy sessions, educational activities, and other essential services that support their overall well-being. In addition, the Youth Counselor must be prepared to respond to crisis situations by providing immediate transportation to ensure the safety and security of the youth, often in locations not easily accessible by alternative transportation methods. The nature of these responsibilities necessitates the ability to drive to ensure timely, reliable, confidential and effective support for the youth and families we serve. Koinonia Family Services is an equal-opportunity employer.
Requirements
- compassionate individual with good boundaries who has a passion for helping at-risk youth
- good interpersonal and communication skills
- good de-escalation skills (training is provided)
- be reliable and dependable
- work productively under minimal supervision
- have a high degree of integrity and confidentiality
- a schedule that is flexible to meet work requirements
- complete a criminal background clearance through the California Department of Justice and FBI to ensure eligibility for employment, as well as a pre-employment physical and TB test
- valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation as driving is an essential job function
- able to safely and reliably transport youth to medical appointments, therapy sessions, educational activities, and other essential services that support their overall well-being
- be prepared to respond to crisis situations by providing immediate transportation to ensure the safety and security of the youth, often in locations not easily accessible by alternative transportation methods
Responsibilities
- Providing direct care and supervision of youth in a residential setting
- Implementing individualized treatment plans that address their unique needs
- Working collaboratively with other staff members to ensure the safety and well-being of youth
- Maintaining records for youth
- Attending requirement meetings and trainings
- Light housekeeping and/or cooking
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, chiropractic and behavioral health plan
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Participation in our 401k plan
- Holiday pay premium (time-and-one-half for working certain holidays)
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
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