What are the responsibilities and job description for the Youth Counselor - Lehre and Hagar Second Shift 3pm-11pm position at Hoyleton Youth and Family Services?
Hoyleton Youth and Family Services is looking to hire a full-time, Youth Counselor to take evening shifts at both Hagar and Lehre Haus in Belleville, IL.
Are you ready to get started on a career in human services with a well-respected organization that has been serving southern Illinois for over 125 years? We offer competitive hourly pay based on experience along with a fun, celebratory culture with a yearly employee retreat. Full-time employees are also eligible for a full range of benefits including:
- Health
- Dental
- Vision
- Health savings account (HSA)
- 403(b) retirement plan
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Paid short term disability
- Paid parental leave
- Employee assistance program (EAP)
- Life insurance
- Continuing education
If this sounds like the right opportunity for you to get started in human services, apply today!
ABOUT HOYLETON YOUTH AND FAMILY SERVICES
We are a faith-based organization, founded upon the social justice heritage of the United Church of Christ. Since our founding in 1895, we have grown to be one of southern Illinois' leaders in providing emotional and mental health services for every stage of youth and family development. We offer a wide variety of programs, including foster care, counseling, residential, and community programs. Our mission is to enable all people, young and old alike, to realize the wholeness of life that God intends. Our team of professionals is energized daily because they have the opportunity to bring positive change to someone's life. In fact, "changing lives" is in everyone's job description. We also offer competitive pay, excellent benefits, and a positive work culture.
A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A FULL-TIME YOUTH COUNSELOR
As a Youth Counselor, you are on the frontlines of what we do. Under the direction of your supervisor, you implement daily therapeutic programming that promotes independence. As a youth mentor, you teach and model healthy life skills, social skills, and coping skills. You facilitate both educational and recreational activities to promote learning and fun. Employing your training in our CARE practice model and the Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) system, you maintain a safe, positive, and therapeutic environment. You learn each individual's trauma history and triggers as well as how to anticipate crises and use de-escalation techniques. Resident safety, both physical and emotional, is your highest priority. You are also conscientious about keeping accurate and up-to-date documentation. You find working with youth in a constructive environment to be highly rewarding!
Requirements:QUALIFICATIONS FOR A FULL-TIME YOUTH COUNSELOR
- At least 21 years of age
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Ability and willingness to learn the CARE practice model and TCI system as well as apply their principles
- Valid driver's license and proof of insurance
- Enjoy being a youth mentor
- A bachelor's degree in human services and related experience is preferred but multiple factors will be taken into consideration.
Are you emotionally mature, patient, empathetic, and able to maintain appropriate professional boundaries? Do you have a good sense of humor? Are you kind and generous? If so, you might just be perfect for taking a evening shift as a youth mentor! FULL-TIME WORK SCHEDULE.
READY TO JOIN OUR HUMAN SERVICES TEAM? If you feel that you would be right for this evening shift job in human services, please complete our initial 3-minute mobile-friendly application. We look forward to meeting you!
