Behavioral Health Counselor - PRTF - FT 2nd shift - 4pm-12am

Alexander Youth Network; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

401K

Paid time off

Comprehensive health plan

Job summary

Alexander Youth Network is seeking a Behavioral Health Counselor for our Psychiatric Residential Treatment Facility (PRTF). You will coordinate and monitor direct care activities for clients in residential and group home settings, ensuring adherence to the NMT model and contributing to treatment planning.

The role requires maintaining a safe environment, supporting clinical interventions, and upholding facility standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma is required.
• B.A./B.S. in a related human service field is preferred.
• Four years of experience in Mental Health is preferred.
• Must have a valid NC driver’s license

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and monitor direct care activities for clients in residential and group home settings.
• Ensure adherence to the NMT model for therapeutic activities, clinical interventions, staffing, and treatment planning.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment for clients and ensure residential facilities are well-maintained.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Crisis management

Education

High school diploma

B.A./B.S. in related human service field

4 years Mental Health experience

Job description

Join Our Team as a Behavioral Health Counselor

Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of children? Do you thrive in a supportive and inclusive work environment? If so, we want you to be part of our team.

Get to know Alexander

Alexander Youth Network is passionate about helping children overcome their mental health challenges. Our teams are committed to creating an environment that empowers every individual to thrive and make a difference.

We offer career development opportunities, mentorship and coaching, and pathways for advancement. Our teammates enjoy amazing benefits including tuition reimbursement, tuition assistance, 401K, paid time off, and a comprehensive health plan that prioritizes your well-being.

What You’ll Do

As a Behavioral Health Counselor in our Psychiatric Residential Treatment Facility (PRTF), you will play a vital role in providing comprehensive care and support to our clients. Your main responsibilities will include coordinating and monitoring various direct care activities for clients in residential and group home settings, ensuring adherence to the NMT model for consistent and appropriate therapeutic activities, clinical interventions, staffing, and treatment planning. You will also be responsible for maintaining a clean and safe environment for our clients and ensuring the residential facilities are well-maintained.

A full job description can be provided to interested/qualified candidates.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• High school diploma is required.
• B.A./B.S. in a related human service field is preferred.
• Four years of experience in Mental Health is preferred.
• Must have a valid NC driver’s license