Male Youth Counselor

Youth Counselor Position

We are passionate about what we do and delight in providing excellent programs that make permanent, positive changes in the lives of those we serve. Our programs are designed to equip our clients with the vision, motivation, life skills, education, and self-discipline necessary to lead a successful life.

Immediate full-time openings for youth counselors!

Columbus Youth Academy serves males, up to age 19, in a non-secure residential commitment program. Youth with developmental issues will be provided specific behavioral programming. In addition to case management services, the program provides individual, family, and group therapies, as well as in-home prevention services as youth progress toward program completion.

Our team is fully committed to offering a broad spectrum of services and options that care for our patients and families alike. Today we are looking for youth counselors to join our team of dedicated individuals. Our counselors have an opportunity to have a truly meaningful career, while enjoying a wealth of benefits and incentives. If you have experience working with youth and a drive to make an impact as a counselor, join our team today!

Duties include:

• Maintain safety, accountability and security of campus.
• Teach, coach and supervise students in activities of daily living including morning, bedtime and overnight procedures, hygiene and cleanliness, housekeeping, meals, sports, academics, and extracurricular activities both on and off campus.
• Observe the peer culture for patterns of behavior indicating progress or regression in the program.
• Observe individual student behavior over time and recognize progress towards treatment goals.
• Effectively communicate, both written and orally.
• Follow and implement individual treatment plans for all students.
• Recognize escalating behaviors and intervene at the appropriate level to ensure safety and security.
• Transport students to court, home passes and appointments as necessary.

Job requirements:

· High school diploma or GED is required.

· College degree in human services field and one year previous work/volunteer experience with juveniles preferred.

Benefits package:

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits after 30 days SYFS benefits advantage program Company provided life/AD&D insurance Flexible spending program/health savings account 401(k) after 30 days Paid time off after 90 days Daily pay - a company sponsored benefit that allows employees to access a portion of their base wages in advance of their payday