Full-Time Youth Counselor
@ Central Star Behavioral Health, IncFull-Time Youth Counselor
About the job
SBHG focuses on youth mental health with inpatient programs. The Youth Counselor role involves supervising teens, facilitating activities, and supporting development in a 16-bed facility.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- Associate degree preferred
- Experience with emotionally disturbed teens
- Supervisory and care skills
Qualifications
- Passion for youth development
- Ability to work in inpatient setting
- Strong communication skills
- Team player
Full job description
Partner with us in making a positive change!
Join a team where your work truly matters. We're proud to have been certified as a Great Place to Work for 8 years by our own employees. We invite you to partner with us in our mission to improve mental healthcare.
Job Title:
Full-Time Youth CounselorDivision/Program:
Fresno PHFStarting Compensation:
23.00 - 24.00 USD Per HourWorking Location:
Fresno, CAWorking Hours/Shift:
Saturday, Sunday & Monday Full Time 6:00 AM- 6:30 PMWhy Join Our Team?
- Competitive Compensation: Offering a salary that matches your skills and experience.
- Generous Time Off: Enjoy ample vacation and holiday pay.
Comprehensive Benefits Package:
- Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Additional voluntary benefits to support your lifestyle.
Professional Growth Opportunities:
- On-the-job training with access to paid CEU opportunities.
- Career development programs designed to help you grow.
- Supervision for BBS hours for AMFT, ACSW, and APCC professionals (where applicable).
Employee Recognition & Rewards: A culture that celebrates and rewards your hard work and dedication
What you bring to SBHG:
Education:
YCI: High School diploma or equivalent (e.g. GED, HiSET, etc.) required.
YCII: Associate degree required.
Experience:
One (1) year experience with seriously emotionally disturbed adolescents preferred.
How you will make a difference:
Responsible for supervising, protecting, and caring for adolescent clients both individually and in group settings while ensuring a safe, supportive, and structured environment. Assisted adolescents in developing self-help skills related to eating, personal hygiene, grooming, positive behaviors, peer interactions, and participation in planned activities. Provided day-to-day supervision and care, including support with activities of daily living, personal care needs, educational activities, and recreational programming. Modeled and reinforced positive youth development and behavioral self-management through encouragement, praise, active engagement, and the use of behavioral incentive systems. Conducted and assisted with both large and small group activities, encouraging appropriate behavior, fostering social development, and providing constructive feedback to support clients' growth and success.
Division/Program Overview:
Population Served: Serving youth, ages 12-17, dealing with acute psychiatric symptoms
Facility & Setting: 24/7 inpatient Involuntary program, 16-bed facility
Clinical Services: Admission; engagement; learning; stabilization and linkage to resources and aftercare
Skills & Services: Intensive treatment programs with individualized care plans.
Learn more about SBHG at: https://www.starsinc.com/stars-inc/
For Additional Information:
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