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Hephzibah Children's Association

Part Time-Casual Residential Counselor

Pay: $20.40/hr

Posted: 5 weeks ago

Location: Oak Park, IL (Onsite)

Last Updated: 2 weeks ago

Hours: Part-Time

Expires: 9/17/2026

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What they do

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.

$42,411 / year median in Illinois

+12% projected growth

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Job Description

Part Time-Casual Residential Counselor Hephzibah Children's Association - 3.8 Oak Park, IL Job Details Part-time From $20.40 an hour 1 hour ago Benefits Paid time off Employee assistance program 401(k) matching Qualifications Emotional support for children Driver's License Experience working with individuals with trauma-related disorders Full Job Description We are hiring for Part Time casual Counselor to provide physically and emotionally nurturing care for the young children (ages 4-11) in a residential program with a structured environment that provides consistency and predictability in a qualified residential treatment program setting. Shifts are on a on call basis, with the availability to work mornings and evenings as needed.

Requirements include:

Experience working with children who has experience trauma Must be at least 21 years old Valid IL driver's license and must qualify for DCFS Child Care Drivers clearance Ability to provide interventions when needed Experience with Medicaid documentation a plus Hephzibah Children's Association is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply. We embrace a respectful, multicultural, and inclusive environment for employees and the clients we serve.

Pay:

From $20.40 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) matching Employee assistance program Paid time off

Work Location:

In person