Full-Time AM Youth Counselor

Central Star Behavioral Health, Inc; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Generous time off

Medical, dental, vision coverage

CEU opportunities

Job summary

Stars Behavioral Health Group in Fresno, CA seeks a Full-Time AM Youth Counselor for the 24/7 inpatient program. Starting compensation $23.00–$24.00 per hour; 12-hour morning shifts Wednesday to Friday.

This role supports adolescents in a 24/7 inpatient psychiatric facility, contributing to a safe, structured treatment environment. You will supervise and care for youth, help develop self-help skills, and participate in group activities with a focus on positive youth development and behavioral

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 in individual and group settings within a safe, supportive, and structured environment.
• Assist adolescents in developing self-help skills related to eating, personal hygiene, grooming, positive behaviors, peer interactions, and participation in planned activities.
• Provide day-to-day supervision and care, including support with activities of daily living, personal care needs, educational activities, and recreational programming.
• Model and reinforce positive youth development and behavioral self-management through encouragement, praise, active engagement, and the use of behavioral incentive systems.
• Conduct and assist with both large and small group activities, encouraging appropriate behavior and social development.

Skills

Behavior management

Youth counseling

Group leadership

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/

For Additional Information: [e-mail]

Join an organization dedicated to improving lives and supporting those facing mental health and behavioral challenges. At Stars Behavioral Health Group, we are seeking passionate professionals ready to make a lasting, positive impact on children, youth, families, and adults across California.

As a leading statewide provider, SBHG brings together over 2,000 professionals across 70+ specialized programs and 60+ locations, delivering compassionate care to more than 40,000 individuals each year.We are committed to diversity as we believe exceptional care begins with a diverse team. SBHG is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive work environment that celebrates LGBTQ+, cultural, racial, and ethnic diversity across every level of our organization.