Youth Counselor at Brighter Transition Youth Treatment Center

Description

Brighter Transition Youth Treatment Center is seeking Youth Counselors to provide direct supervision to adolescents. The Youth Counselor will serve as a role model and provide support and structure to the residents in our care.

About Brighter Transition YTC

Established in 2013, Brighter Transition YTC is a step down, transition program for males age 16-20 that have completed a long-term residential program. Our campus is located 7 miles west of Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Our academy offers a year-round academic program provided by the local school district. Currently, Brighter Transition YTC serves state of South Dakota Department of Corrections commitments.

Youth Counselor Responsibilities

• Maintain safety, accountability and security of campus
• Teach, coach and supervise students in activities of daily living including morning, bedtime and overnight procedures, hygiene and cleanliness, housekeeping, meals, intramurals, sports, academics, and extracurricular activities both on and off campus
• Observe the peer culture for patterns of behavior indicating progress or regression in the program
• Recognize escalating behaviors and intervene at the appropriate level to ensure safety and security
  
  

Youth Counselor Perks

• Competitive and Affordable Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• 401K
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) including holidays and birthday
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• DailyPay- access a portion of your base wages in advance
• And More!
  
  

Requirements

Youth Counselor Qualifications:

• Minimum of a high school diploma or GED is required
• Must be 21 years old