Relief Residential Counselor; part-time​/as

Relief Residential Counselor (part-time/as-needed)

Second Story for Teens in Crisis is an adolescent group home located in Vienna, VA. We are looking for individuals of all experience levels to join our team as part-time, as-needed Relief Residential Counselors. This is an excellent introduction to case management and crisis counseling in the mental health/social services field. Ideal candidates will be reliable, compassionate, and culturally competent with strong communication, problem-solving, and conflict resolution skills.

Responsibilities:

• Support residents through the daily house schedule
• Conduct individual and group counseling sessions
• Maintain a safe, secure, and healthy living environment
• Provide case management, such as case notes
• Answer crisis hotline calls
• Conduct intakes and discharges

Schedule:

We are open 24/7, so open shifts can include weekday/weekend mornings, afternoons, and evenings, plus overnights. You sign up for the shifts you’re available for. Currently, we are prioritizing candidates with availability on weekday evenings, weekends (all day), and overnights (11pm-9am).

Qualifications:

• REQUIRED:
  
  Must have a bachelor’s degree (preferably in psychology, social work, human services, or a related field)
• REQUIRED:
  
  Must be willing to undergo a background investigation prior to employment and become certified in CPR/First Aid
• PREFERRED:
  Ability to speak Spanish
• PREFERRED:
  Prior experience in the mental health field, especially with teens

Salary: $20 per hour (or $21 per hour for candidates fully fluent in Spanish)

Second Story is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to fair and merit-based employment practices and encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.