Counselor Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Must be male; the posting identifies this as a bona fide occupational qualification (BFOQ).
• High school diploma or GED and three years of experience working with children or teenage groups, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Great active listening skills and genuine curiosity.
• Superior interpersonal skills and professional maturity.
• A calm, empathetic, and consistent demeanor.
• Ability to communicate clearly, tactfully, and efficiently, both orally and in writing.
• Receptivity to constructive feedback.
• Ability to remain calm, problem-solve, and make decisions in stressful situations.
• Must pass a Virginia Central Registry check.
• Must complete pre-employment drug testing, an FBI criminal background check, and education/degree verification.
• Subject to random drug and alcohol testing.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, sociology, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Provide general supervision and care to court-involved youth in a secure environment, working directly with up to eight residents.
• Encourage, redirect, and support residents in maintaining positive behavior through an incentive-based behavior management program.
• Help residents manage conflict with peers and work toward their education.
• Conduct psycho-educational groups addressing topics such as anger, peer pressure, and substance use.
• Engage with residents during recreation and everyday activities, including gym time and shared meals.
• Maintain a positive, caring, and consistent approach when supporting residents through difficult days.
• Physically restrain a resident when necessary to protect the safety of staff, residents, or the resident themselves.
• Perform other work as required.

Benefits

• Attractive benefits package.
• Career progression opportunities and salary incentives through an approved Career Development Plan, as funding permits and based on performance, qualifications, and experience.