What are the responsibilities and job description for the Youth Counselor position at Sarah Reed Children's Center?
**NEW STARTING RATES**
Youth Counselor Compensation: Min base rate: $17.00 (with BA); additional adjustment for related experience.
Gain practical experience in the mental health field AND make a difference in a child’s life.
Professional and educational development!
Great benefits, wellness supports PLUS a Calm app subscription!
Youth Counselors help our kids:
- Develop positive relationships
- Learn to cope with loss and/or emotional issues
- Develop valuable life skills
- Receive needed support through treatment
Other Youth Counselor experiences:
- Participate in collaborative team meetings
- Develop and run therapeutic peer groups
- Promote emotional intelligence, open communication, social responsibility, and more
Youth Counselor Schedule:
- 2nd shift schedule options
- Consistent, consecutive days on and off
- 5-day schedule
Youth Counselor Requirements:
- Must be 21 or older
- Must have patience, sensitivity, and effective communication skills
- Ability to respectfully interact with and influence kids
- Ability to obtain required clearances
Youth Counselor Qualifications: BA in Psychology, Social Work, Education or related field preferred.
Why Become a Youth Counselor?
- Access to great benefits
- Paid time off, holiday pay, and overtime opportunities.
- Additional career options throughout Sarah Reed’s many programs
EOE
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $17.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Holidays
- Weekends as needed
Supplemental Pay:
- Signing bonus
Application Question(s):
- Do you have availability to work on nights and weekends?
- Are you at least 21 years or older?
Education:
- Bachelor's (Required)
Experience:
- Mental Health or Child Care: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17
