Youth Counselor

We provide residential care to adolescent girls ages 13-20 who face complex behavioral, mental health, and cognitive challenges.

Role Overview

As a Relief Residential Counselor at JRI, you will support the growth and development of young adults who have experienced significant emotional difficulties. Our team is dedicated to learning effective skills to better serve these young adults, creating engaging activities, and providing a safe environment for their success.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct supervision of students in the group home, ensuring safety and security procedures are followed according to agency and program policies.
• Lead by example, modeling professional behavior within the group home setting.
• Participate in special projects assigned by the Administrative Team or designee.

What We Offer

• A $2,000 bilingual bonus for new hires who speak a second language other than English.
• Reimbursement for professional license registration costs and annual fees.
• Access to Blue Cross medical and Delta Dental benefits.
• Retirement benefits, including 401K matching up to $800 per year and pension after five years of employment.
• Professional development opportunities, such as tuition reimbursement and discounted tuition rates to select partnership colleges and universities.
• Wellness benefits, including employee engagement groups, self-care resources, and an Employee Assistance Program.
• Paid time off, including up to 19 days for full-time employees in their first year.

Requirements

Experience working in a group home, residential program, or mental health facility is preferred.

We value a culture built on mutual respect, collaboration, and opportunity, where staff can thrive and do their best work. By supporting one another and recognizing each person's contributions, we create an environment where people can grow, develop their skills, and make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve.

Salary : $800