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Door to Hope
Residential Treatment Facility Youth Counselor
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A Youth Counselor or Worker works with young people, primarily ages 13-18, to provide mentoring and support for dealing with problems. Works in a school or community-based program; may assist with referrals from parole or probation offices. Collaborates with teachers, family members, social workers and health care professionals to help young people facing challenges or crises.
$52,391 / year median in California
+12% projected growth
Job Description
Residential Treatment Facility Youth Counselor Door to Hope - 4.1 Salinas, CA Job Details Full-time $23 - $28 an hour 2 days ago Benefits Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Opportunities for advancement Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Teamwork Vocational training Bachelor of Arts Group home experience Early Childhood Education Full Job Description Youth Counselor Door to Hope | Salinas, CA Do you enjoy working with adolescents and helping them build healthier, safer futures? Join Door to Hope as a Youth Counselor and support adolescent females in a trauma-informed residential treatment setting. What You'll Do Provide daily supervision, support, and guidance to adolescent female residents in a structured treatment program. Assist in implementing individualized treatment and program activity plans. Support the delivery of individual, group, family, and supportive counseling services under the direction of clinical staff. Promote a trauma-informed, strength-based environment. Ensure residents' daily living, health, and safety needs are met. Help maintain a clean, safe, and supportive residential environment. Work collaboratively with the facility manager, clinical director, therapists, and interdisciplinary team members. What We're Looking For Applicants must meet one of the qualifications below prior to employment: Bachelor of Arts or Science degree (preferred), or Valid Child Development Teaching Permit, or Completion of 12 semester units in Early Childhood Education, Adolescent Development, or Foster and Kinship Care Education and 100+ hours of experience working with youth, or Valid Alcohol/Drug Counselor certificate with 100+ hours of youth experience, or Vocational training certificate or journeyperson credential with 100+ hours of youth experience, or One year of prior employment or volunteer experience in a group home or Short-Term Residential Therapeutic Program (STRTP). Additional Requirements Must be at least 21 years of age. Must pass a Live Scan background check. Three to four years of experience in behavioral health counseling preferred for applicants without alcohol/drug counseling certification. Ideal Candidates Also Bring Experience working with adolescents in residential or behavioral health settings. Ability to model positive behavior and maintain healthy boundaries. Strong teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills. Commitment to trauma-informed, culturally responsive care. Why Join Us? "Together, we can make the difference of a lifetime." Door to Hope opened its doors 50 years ago with a residential treatment center for women struggling with alcohol and drug addiction. Today, we operate ten caring programs that serve infants, children, teenagers, men, women, and families. Through strong community partnerships, business support, and charitable organizations, we continue to find innovative ways to change lives for the better. Benefits Competitive Salary Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Leave Opportunities for Advancement Family-Oriented Environment Join a growing team and learn alongside accomplished professionals!