Full-Time Behavioral Health Youth Counselor

1 day ago


Saint Peter, Minnesota, United States Leo A. Hoffmann Center Full time

A Youth Counselor is a frontline professional who works directly with children and adolescents experiencing mental health, behavioral, or emotional challenges. The role is hands-on and focused on providing day-to-day support, structure, and guidance in a therapeutic setting in our Psychiatric Residential Treatment Facility.

The role is ideal for someone passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of troubled youth and who has the emotional maturity to work in a challenging yet rewarding setting. The opportunity for growth and development is significant, making it an excellent stepping stone for anyone looking to start a career in the mental health field.

What we're looking for: Full-time hours per pay period) and part-time (~24 hours per pay period) Youth Counselors. This position provides quality client care and close, intensive supervision of our clients. Youth Counselors need to be able to work Every other weekend and have availbilitiy to work evenings and holidays.

What you'll do:

  • Provide daily structure and supervision for clients in a residential setting
  • Support youth in developing coping, communication, and life skills

  • Respond to behavioral or emotional crises with compassion and positive intervention strategies

  • Serve as a positive role model while maintaining healthy boundaries

  • Assist with schoolwork, recreational activities, and group programming

  • Ensure safety and maintain a clean, supportive environment

  • Document client progress, behaviors, and incidents as required

  • Play an essential role in health and safety by administering medications responsibly and following program guidelines
  • Collaborate with other team members to

Qualifications:

  • Must be 21 years of age or older
  • Able to stay calm and emotionally available in an environment serving disturbed youth
  • Bachelor's degree in social services, human services, or related field preferred

Why You'll Love Working Here (The Hoffmann Advantage):

  • Competitive pay: $19.36-$20.63, depending on education and experience.

  • Low-cost benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance

  • Paid time off (PTO) & paid holidays
  • Casual dress code

  • Collaborative, supportive culture

  • Opportunity for growth within the agency
  • The chance to make a genuine difference in someone's life

About Hoffmann Center
The Leo A. Hoffmann Center is a private, nonprofit organization providing high-quality, outcome-based mental health services for children, adolescents, and young adults. We operate two branches:

  • Our Psychiatric Residential Treatment Facility in St. Peter specializes in intensive treatment for adolescent males with complex mental health needs.

  • Hoffmann Counseling Services, offering outpatient mental health care, including CTSS and ARMHS, to individuals and families in St. Peter, Mankato, New Ulm, and Waseca.

For over 40 years, we've been committed to fostering growth, stability, and community reintegration for the youth and families we serve.



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