Youth Counselor (part-time)

Chesterfield County • Chesterfield, VA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is for the 2026 school year, beginning August 25, 2026, and ending on June 4, 2027. The role involves working with the Adolescent Day Reporting Program, focusing on counseling socially and emotionally maladjusted youth, with some knowledge of substance use interventions and harm reduction methods. The position requires the ability to work effectively under stress, exercise good judgment, and complete specific training such as First Aid/CPR and Handle with Care Restraint. A valid driver's license with a good driving record is also necessary. Pre-employment screenings include drug testing, FBI criminal background check, Virginia Department of Social Services background check, and education/degree verification. This is a Safety Sensitive position subject to random drug and alcohol testing.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Three years of experience in working with children or teenage groups
• Experience in working with troubled youth
• Ability to counsel socially and emotionally maladjusted youth
• Some knowledge of substance use interventions and harm reduction methods
• Ability to work effectively under stress
• Ability to exercise good judgment in non-routine situations
• Must be able to complete First Aid/CPR training
• Must be able to complete Handle with Care Restraint training
• Current valid driver’s license
• Good driving record (not reflecting a total of six or more demerit points within the twenty-four months preceding the anticipated hire date, or one major violation of six demerit points within the preceding thirty-six months)
• Out-of-state driving records must be obtained by applicant and presented at time of interview (reflecting at least three years of history and dated within thirty days of interview date)
• Pre-employment drug testing required
• FBI criminal background check required
• Virginia Department of Social Services background check required
• Education/degree verification required

Nice To Haves

• College degree preferred

Responsibilities

• Follow and assist in implementing developed service plans
• Conduct groups with youth regarding substance use interventions and harm reduction methods
• Complete general documentation and activity reports
• Supervise youth
• Supervise and participate in daily meal preparation
• Assist youth with school assignments
• Transport youth to and from activities
• Perform other work as required

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED