Youth Villages YV360 Career Development Program for Spring 2023 Graduates

Offers are made on a rolling basis until all slots have been filled.

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Youth Villages has been a national leader in the implementation of research-based treatment philosophies in the field of children's mental and behavioral health. Our commitment to helping troubled children and their families find success spans 20 years and includes a comprehensive array of programs and services. If you are looking for a positive career move where you are meeting the challenges of life and striving to make a positive difference, then Youth Villages is the place for you. We are looking for people with a strong sense of purpose and focus to continually build confidence in yourself and our organization.

The YV 360 vision is to be the premier early career development program for emerging social services professionals.

Are you looking for a one-of-a-kind experience offering leadership development in a nationally recognized organization? Do you have direct experience working with at-risk youth or their families? Then you’re ready for YV 360, Youth Villages Career Development Program.

YV 360 isn’t just another job. Sure, you’ll work alongside other experienced and new staff in our residential programs for full-time salary and benefits. But it’s really about challenging yourself. Making a change in the lives of children and families. Ultimately, it’s about helping Youth Villages change the face of the child welfare system in this country.

YV 360 was created to give you the ultimate Youth Villages employment experience, while bridging the gap between college and career. It’s specifically designed to help you learn your new position while maximizing your long-term career potential in the social services field.

Responsibilities

Our Behavioral Youth Counselor position in the YV 360 Career Development Programis designed for upcoming Spring 2023 bachelors level grads. It’s a great way to get a strong start in the social service field or to gain valuable experience before pursuing grad school.

Program Details:

• 10-month commitment, everyone will start May 15th (with full pay & benefits throughout the program and still employed after commitment).
• Full-time work as a Behavioral Youth Counselor in our residential treatment programs
• Receive support from two Youth Village's leaders alongside a cohort of 15-20 recent grads
• Monthly consultations include networking opportunities and small group discussions with CEO & other chief officers
• Scheduled outings
• Opportunity to develop leadership skills through several projects & presentations
• Retreat to Georgia!

The Position:

• Behavioral Youth Counselors (also called Teacher Counselors) are a part of the team providing mental health services to youth between the ages of 7 and 18. Counselors in the program will be placed at one of our residential treatment programs or group homes in Memphis, TN.
• While in our Residential Treatment programs, children receive intensive counseling designed to help them learn to live successfully at home. They attend our state-approved campus schools.
• The Counselors work with a small group of children on various life skills and training and provide a variety of therapeutic interventions.
• Youth Counselors wear many hats and are very flexible as well as creative.

Additional Information:

• The schedule for the Centers for Residential Treatment (Bill's Place and Rose Center): Runs either Sun - Wed or Wed - Sat 11am-9pm
• The Schedule for the Residential Treatment campuses (Dogwood, Bartlett, Group Homes):

Runs either Sun-Wed or Wed-Sat
Three weekdays: (M-W or W-F) 2:00pm-10:30pm
One weekend day: 6:30am-10:30p
On these campuses, TCs spend the night once or twice a week on the campus and have additional responsibility for waking the residents and directing them with their morning routine. This schedule also provides counselors with a three day weekend. (Please note: Counselors do not live on the campuses and are responsible for securing their own residencies.) Each campus differs on their schedule structure and rotations and can be discussed further with a specific hiring manager.

Covid-19 Vaccine Requirement

As of October 15, 2021, Youth Villages has required the COVID-19 vaccine for all employees, excluding those with an approved medical or religious exemption, as a condition of employment to help ensure the safety of all employees and youth and families served.

Additional Benefits

Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug Coverage and Vision

Retirement Savings Pension Plan

401(k)

2 weeks paid vacation

12 paid sick days per year

11 paid holidays

Mileage & Cell Phone Reimbursement (when applicable)

Youth Villages is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Youth Villages is committed to not only advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace but also in our work with children and young adults. We know that children, families and young people of color can face inequity in child welfare and justice systems, and we train our employees to build the skills they need to work with the communities that we serve, as well as, other employees from different cultures and backgrounds. Youth Villages is opposed to racism in any of its forms and is committed to inclusion, equity, and diversity. We believe that respect for each other is crucial in the work that we do each day.

Qualifications

Must complete a BA/BS degree in the social services field between December 2022 and May2023

Experience with relevant populations such as at-risk youth, mentally or behaviorally challenged children (internships, practicum, field placements, mentoring, volunteering, etc.)

Leadership experience (on-campus, past jobs, etc.)
Willing to begin program May 15th

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $42,000.00 - $62,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Relocation assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• After school
• Night shift
• Overnight shift
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

• Signing bonus

Shift availability:

• Night Shift (Preferred)
• Overnight Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

Salary : $42,000 - $62,000