What are the responsibilities and job description for the Youth Counselor position at Grant Gardens - 63466257?
Looking for a career with purpose—not just a paycheck?
Join Grant Gardens in Ona, WV and help shape the future of adolescents through compassion, mentorship, and teamwork. Every shift is an opportunity to make a lasting impact.
Overview
Be the Difference in a Young Person's Life.
At Grant Gardens Residential Treatment Center, our Youth Counselors do more than supervise—they mentor, encourage, and help transform the lives of adolescents facing emotional and behavioral challenges. Every interaction is an opportunity to build trust, teach life skills, and create a safe environment where healing and growth can happen.
If you're passionate about helping others, enjoy working as part of a supportive team, and want a career where your work truly matters, we'd love to meet you.
As a Youth Counselor, you'll build positive relationships with residents, provide daily structure and guidance, model healthy behaviors, facilitate recreational and therapeutic activities, and help youth develop the skills they need to succeed both inside and outside of treatment. Whether you're celebrating a resident's milestone, helping de-escalate a difficult moment, or simply being a consistent, positive role model, your impact will be felt every day.
This is more than a job—it's an opportunity to change lives while building valuable experience in behavioral health, psychology, social services, counseling, criminal justice, education, or healthcare.
Duties
- Provide individualized counseling and support to youth facing behavioral, emotional, or social challenges.
- Develop and implement engaging activities that promote social skills, self-esteem, and personal responsibility.
- Collaborate with families, educators, and community partners to create comprehensive care plans tailored to each youth’s needs.
- Monitor progress and maintain detailed documentation of counseling sessions, interventions, and outcomes.
- Facilitate conflict management strategies to de-escalate tense situations and promote positive interactions among youth.
- Assist in planning and supervising recreational activities that encourage teamwork and healthy development.
- Support youth with special needs or disabilities by adapting approaches to meet their unique requirements.
- Promote a safe, inclusive environment that respects diversity and encourages open communication.
Experience
- Prior experience working with children or adolescents in educational, social work, or childcare settings.
- Knowledge of special education practices and working with individuals with disabilities.
- Background in behavioral health or child welfare services is highly desirable.
- Demonstrated skills in mentoring, conflict management, and teaching effective communication techniques.
- Familiarity with social work principles and child development theories.
- Experience supporting youth with diverse backgrounds and needs is preferred.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail. Join us as we empower youth to reach their full potential through compassionate guidance, innovative programming, and unwavering support!
Our Mission
Healing Starts with People.
At Grant Gardens, we believe every young person deserves hope, guidance, and someone who believes in their potential. As a Youth Counselor, you'll be one of the people who helps make that happen.
Pay: $15.00 - $19.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Are you 21 years of age or older?
- Do you have a valid drivers license and reliable transportation?
- Are you able to pass a background check?
- Are you able to pass a CPS background check?
- This job involves long shifts, difficult behaviors, and strict rules. Why is this still a good fit for you?
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15 - $19