Juvenile Detention Counselor 3

We are seeking a highly skilled Juvenile Detention Counselor 3 to join our team at the Milledgeville YDC in Georgia. As a key member of our staff, you will play a crucial role in providing social services to youth and ensuring their safety and well-being.

The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree in a related field and two years of experience in mental health/substance abuse treatment settings/juvenile justice/residential settings. They will possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with youth, families, and other stakeholders.

• Provide counseling services to individuals, groups, or families, to effect positive change in the youth's behavior and/or social situations.
• Conduct intake services, assess in-depth information about clients' situations and functioning, and determine appropriate services.
• Lead or participate as a member of a multidisciplinary team to identify youths' strengths, resources, symptoms, and behavioral challenges.
• Prepare and submit required reports and documentation.

• Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited college or university, OR Master's degree in a related field from an accredited college or university AND two (2) years of related experience.
• Professional and/or general counseling experience in a mental health/substance abuse treatment/juvenile justice/residential setting.
• Knowledge and experience of risk reduction principles and assessments with the juvenile or adult population.

We offer a competitive salary range of $48,000, depending on experience, and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as paid time off and holidays.