YOUTH RESIDENTIAL TREATMEANT-1st & 2nd SHIFT
About The Position
Be the Steady Person in a Young Person's Toughest Moments. Sometimes making an impact looks like helping a child calm down after a difficult day. Sometimes it's celebrating progress that no one else may notice. And sometimes it's simply showing up, being consistent, and reminding a young person that tomorrow is another opportunity to try again. As a Youth Counselor with Four Oaks' Mason City PMIC program, you'll work directly with boys and girls ages 7–17 in a residential treatment setting. These young people need caring, dependable adults who can provide structure, encouragement, accountability, and support while they work toward their treatment goals. You don't have to have all the answers. You do need to be willing to show up, build relationships, and make a difference. What is PMIC? Our Psychiatric Medical Institution for Children (PMIC) program provides residential treatment and support for children and teens who need a higher level of care. Our team creates a safe, structured, therapeutic environment where youth can develop coping skills, build healthier behaviors, strengthen relationships, and work toward successfully transitioning to their next step. As a Youth Counselor, you'll be part of the everyday moments that help our youth grow. You'll build relationships, provide consistency and structure, and help young people practice the skills they're learning in treatment. At Four Oaks, we believe every child deserves the opportunity to succeed. Our Youth Counselors are a huge part of making that possible. This isn't a job where every day looks the same. You'll have challenging moments, rewarding moments, and moments when you realize something you said or did truly made a difference. And while you're helping our youth grow, we want you to grow too! Your Presence Can Make a Difference!
Requirements
- At least 21 years of age.
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Basic computer skills in a MS Office environment.
- Dependable, compassionate, able to set healthy boundaries.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's Degree in a Human Services related field of study.
- Prior experience working with children in a mental health setting.
- Strong communication and problem solving abilities.
Responsibilities
- Work directly with boys and girls ages 7-17 in a residential treatment setting.
- Provide structure, encouragement, accountability, and support to youth working toward treatment goals.
- Show up, build relationships, and make a difference in the lives of young people.
- Create a safe, structured, therapeutic environment.
- Help youth develop coping skills, build healthier behaviors, and strengthen relationships.
- Assist young people in practicing skills learned in treatment.
- Be patient when things get difficult, consistent when youth need structure, and encouraging when progress takes time.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
