Youth Counselor
Youth Counselor
Northwest Passage
Webster, WI
Job ID : 57536b6b707933665547433070436e5369513d3d
Job Description :
Youth Counselor (Youth Development Specialist) - Full Time
About Us:
Northwest Passage has been a leading non-profit residential mental health organization since 1978, serving a diverse range of youth including those who identify as LGBTQ, youth of color, youth who are neuro-diverse, and those who have been misunderstood by their own communities. We believe that every child possesses profound strength and potential and is capable of thriving. While blending traditional mental health treatment with arts and nature-based therapy, we create conditions that unleash inner strength, ultimately empowering our clients to re-write their inner narratives through a lens of hope. We also believe that relationships are the key element in a healing journey; our kids re-connect and re-engage with their life through meaningful, authentic relationships with our staff. The Youth Development Specialist position represents one of the central relationships for clients in the constellation of therapeutic activities and life at Northwest Passage.
Though the problems facing children and teens have evolved since 1978, the fundamental needs for self-respect, trust, relationships, and steady guidance remain the same. And while Northwest Passage has grown in size and sophistication, we’ve never lost sight of the foundations all children need to be successful. Above anything else, Northwest Passage’s goal is to restore hope in our clients.
Northwest Passage’s facilities are nestled within the wild landscapes and idyllic small towns of Northwest Wisconsin.
Position Description:
Innovative programming is part of our organization’s cultural fabric. You will be given the freedom and mentorship to design and implement your own programming initiatives. This is an ideal position both for those seeking a career at Northwest Passage, as well as those looking for a stepping stone to graduate school or other professional paths. Many who entered Northwest Passage as a Youth Development Specialist are now leaders both within the organization and in the field of mental health.
Hours are Monday-Friday 2:30pm-10:30pm.
Hours are Monday-Friday 2:30pm-10:30pm.
Duties include the following:
- Create and maintain a structured and safe living environment for youth as they participate in assessment/treatment.
- Develop, coordinate, and execute programming initiatives.
- Provide a nurturing environment with close, intensive supervision for high risk youth in accordance with least restrictive treatment measures.
- Assure residents’ basic needs are met including meals, exercise, hygiene, and sleep.
- Assure residents’ emotional needs are met in accordance with the individual treatment or assessment plan.
- Recognize and adjust communication to meet residents’ needs. Provide feedback that is clear, specific, timely, and respectful.
- Work with residents to provide solutions for problematic behaviors.
- Document program activities, residents’ behaviors and program participation, and significant incidents involving residents.
- Attend all staff meetings, trainings, and educational classes as required.
- Maintain a clean and safe environment.
- Understand and follow agency policies.
- Maintain an understanding of mental health concepts, psychotropic medications, and client symptomology.
- Advocate for appropriate goals, wants, and needs of residents.
Qualifications:
- Associate or Bachelor’s Degree or courses in social or behavioral science fields (e.g. psychology, social work, sociology, education) and/or relevant experience in a related field preferred, but not required
- Communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with clients, staff, and others
- Strong communication, problem-solving, and observation skills
- A desire to gain meaningful, practical, and professional experience in the mental health field
- Helpful attitude and friendly demeanor
- Must be able to work Monday-Friday, 2:30pm-10:30pm
Benefits of the Position:
- $19.50-$23.00/hour starting wage
- Health Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (mental health benefit)
- Life Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Free On-duty Meals
- Recruiting Referral Bonus Program
- Retirement Savings Plan
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Formal Ongoing Training Program
- Paid Training
- Relocation Assistance
- Off-site Housing
- Unmatched real-world experience in the fields of mental health, experiential programming, and nature-based programming
Location:
Webster, WI
Northwest Passage is an equal employment opportunity employer.
Company Details :
Name : Northwest Passage
CEO : Mark Elliott
Headquarter : Webster, WI
Revenue : Unknown / Non-Applicable
Size : 51 to 200 Employees
Type : Nonprofit Organization
Primary Industry : Health Care Services & Hospitals
Sector Name : Healthcare
Year Founded : 1978
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: Webster, WI
: 19.5 - 23 USD HOURLY
: 514 days ago
