Youth Support Counselor

1 week ago

Reading, Pennsylvania, United States Supportive Concepts for Families Full time
Empowering Tomorrow's Leaders, One Girl at a Time; SIGN-ON BONUS available.

Crossroads Programs, Inc., an Apis Services, Inc. New Jersey affiliate, invites dedicated and passionate individuals to join our team as Youth Support Counselors in Mt. Holly, NJ. We are committed to providing a safe and supportive environment for young girls who have experienced trauma or disabilities.

If you possess experience working with youth, have a background in trauma-informed care, and are dedicated to helping young women reach their full potential, we invite you to consider joining our team.

We have both full-time, part-time and short hours roles available.

About Mount Holly House:
Our Mount Holly House provides a nurturing space for up to five females aged 14 to 17. Our dedicated team offers 24/7 care, creating a comfortable living environment where young women can thrive and develop.

Through a holistic approach, we provide services to encourage growth and empowerment, with a proven track record of building confidence, fostering self-expression, and imparting new skills to our residents.


Excellent Perks and Benefits:

  • Hourly rate $ st and 3rd shift)
  • Incentive hourly rate $21.00 (only 2nd shift)
  • New Employees will be eligible for a sign-on bonus up to $1,000
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
  • 401k, Life & Disability Insurance
  • Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Paid Training & Career Advancement
  • A Great Team Environment
  • Competitive Wages
  • Wellness Program & more.
  • We offer our team member DailyPay Get paid your first day of work if you wish and any day, if you need your earnings before payday

Core Competencies:

  • Adhering to a professional code of ethics
  • Effective oral and written communication skills
  • Team-Oriented, Reliability
  • Assessment/observing & recognizing verbal/non-verbal triggers and behavior
  • Goal setting/prioritizing & multi-tasking, resiliency, responsiveness
  • Engagement, capable of developing rapport with youth and families served
  • Must be a positive role model
  • Flexibility
  • Initiative
  • Patience & Empathy
  • Medication administration daily, as needed

Summary of Essential Duties:


As a Youth Support Counselor, you'll work under the direction of our Program Supervisor/Director to create a highly structured, professional, and nurturing environment for our youth.

You'll be instrumental in supporting female youth aged 14-17 with complex behavioral health challenges, providing strength-based, family-friendly, and trauma-informed services.


Your responsibilities will include:

  • Developing and delivering individual and group psycho-educational and life skills activities
  • Conducting assessments to tailor services to each youth's individual strengths and needs
  • Providing transportation services and reinforcing daily living and socialization skills
  • Serving as a mentor and positive role model for the youth

Qualifications:
We're seeking candidates who are passionate about making a difference in the lives of youth and who possess the following qualifications:

  • Bachelors degree in social work, Human Services, Psychology, or Counseling
  • Must have at least one year experience working in a related behavioral health or institutional setting.
  • Ability to engage and empower youth, listen attentively, and offer support and choices
  • A valid driver's license with a clean standing over the past 6 months is required
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Respect for cultural and human diversity
  • Physical & Drug Screening, Criminal Record History, FBI, and Child Abuse History Clearances.
  • All new hires are required to successfully complete Safety Crisis Management (SCM) certification within one week of hire.
  • Training Overview:
  • Duration: The SCM program spans three days.

The Ideal Candidate:

  • Understands trauma-informed care and has experience working with individuals who have experienced trauma.
  • Can work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
  • Demonstrates excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Exhibits strong organizational and time management abilities.
  • Holds a valid drivers license and the capability to transport residents as needed.
  • Crossroads is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

WHO WE ARE:

Crossroads Programs, an affiliate of Apis Services Inc., is a nonprofit 501c3 behavioral health agency celebrating 40 years in service.

We provide safe and supportive residential treatment opportunities and therapeutic services to empower youth ages 5 to 21.

Apis Services, Inc.

(a wholly owned subsidiary of Inperium, Inc.) provides a progressive platform for delivering Shared Services to Inperium and its Constellation of affiliate companies.


Apis Services provides equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment in compliance with all federal and all applicable state and local laws and regulations, including nondiscrimination in hiring and employment.


All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy/childbirth, veteran status or any other basis protected by law.

This policy of non-discrimination and equal employment opportunities extends to every phase and aspect of hiring and employment.

For more information & to apply:

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