Full-Time AM Youth Counselor

Stars Behavioral Health Group; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid CEUs

Job summary

Stars Behavioral Health Group in Fresno, CA is seeking a Full-Time AM Youth Counselor for a 24/7 inpatient youth program. The role involves supervising and caring for adolescents up to 17 in a structured setting, with 12-hour AM shifts Wednesday through Friday.

The position offers competitive compensation ($23.00–$24.00/hour) plus comprehensive benefits and paid CEU opportunities. Education requirements include a high school diploma and an associate degree; prior experience with emotionally

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate degree required.
• One year experience with seriously emotionally disturbed adolescents preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, protect, and care for adolescent clients individually and in groups.
• Support daily living skills, personal care, education, and recreational activities.
• Model positive youth development and behavioral self-management using incentives.
• Foster social development and provide constructive feedback to support growth and success.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associate degree

Job description

Partner with us in making a positive change!

Join a team where your work truly matters. We’re proud to have been certified as a Great Place to Work for 8 years by our own employees. We invite you to partner with us in our mission to improve mental healthcare.

Job Title:

Full-Time AM Youth Counselor

Division/Program:

(Youth 24/7 Inpatient) Psychiatric Health Facility

Starting Compensation:

23.00 - 24.00 USD Per Hour

Working Location:

Fresno, CA

Working Hours/Shift:

Wednesday-Friday AM 6AM to 630PM (12 hour shifts, full-time)

Why Join Our Team?

• Competitive Compensation : Offering a salary that matches your skills and experience.
• Generous Time Off : Enjoy ample vacation and holiday pay.

Comprehensive Benefits Package :

• Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Additional voluntary benefits to support your lifestyle.

Professional Growth Opportunities :

• On-the-job training with access to paid CEU opportunities.
• Career development programs designed to help you grow.
• Supervision for BBS hours for AMFT, ACSW, and APCC professionals (where applicable).

Employee Recognition & Rewards : A culture that celebrates and rewards your hard work and dedication

What you bring to SBHG:

Education:

• YCI: High School diploma or equivalent (e.g. GED, HiSET, etc.) required.
• YCII: Associate degree required.

Experience:

• One (1) year experience with seriously emotionally disturbed adolescents preferred.

How you will make a difference:

Responsible for supervising, protecting, and caring for adolescent clients both individually and in group settings while ensuring a safe, supportive, and structured environment. Assisted adolescents in developing self-help skills related to eating, personal hygiene, grooming, positive behaviors, peer interactions, and participation in planned activities. Provided day-to-day supervision and care, including support with activities of daily living, personal care needs, educational activities, and recreational programming. Modeled and reinforced positive youth development and behavioral self-management through encouragement, praise, active engagement, and the use of behavioral incentive systems. Conducted and assisted with both large and small group activities, encouraging appropriate behavior, fostering social development, and providing constructive feedback to support clients’ growth and success.

Division/Program Overview:

• Population Served: Serving youth, ages 12-17, dealing with acute psychiatric symptoms
• Facility & Setting: 24/7 inpatient Involuntary program, 16-bed facility
• Clinical Services: Admission; engagement; learning; stabilization and linkage to resources and aftercare
• Skills & Services: Intensive treatment programs with individualized care plans.

Learn more about SBHG at : https://www.starsinc.com/stars-inc/

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