Lead Residential Counselor (50640)

St. Anne's Family Services; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Pet insurance

EAP

Paid time off

Job summary

St. Anne’s Family Services in Los Angeles, CA is seeking a Lead Residential Counselor for its STRTP program serving pregnant, parenting, and at-risk young women and their children.

You will provide direct care, mentorship, and trauma-informed support to residents, ensuring a safe, structured environment and helping them build life skills toward independent living. Schedule and site flexibility is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, or related field required.
• Valid California Driver’s License with acceptable driving record.
• Ability to pass Pro-ACT, first aid/CPR, and operate a vehicle.
• Proficient computer skills and ability to learn agency software.

Responsibilities

• Provides oversight and assistance to each resident in working with a group and in handling individual problems.
• Provides supervision, protection, and care of residents individually and in groups at all time.
• Oversight and administration of discipline and setting of limits for residents.
• Documents residents progress; identifies possible need for professional services; communicates such findings to professional staff.
• Evaluates and monitors Residential Counselors.
• Participates in mandatory trainings, in-service, and meetings.
• Maintain regular, consistent, and timely attendance.
• Maintain confidentiality as required by St. Anne’s, licensing, HIPPA, and other regulatory agencies.

Skills

Trauma-informed care

Crisis intervention

Communication

Relationship-building

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or Psychology

Job description

Join us at St. Anne’s Family Services: Making a Difference in Families' Lives

About Us: St. Anne's Family Services is dedicated to transforming lives and communities. We're committed to providing unwavering support to families, from pregnancy to parenthood and childhood to adulthood. Our work brings about life-changing transformation, and we're seeking a Lead Residential Counselor to join our team and be a vital part of this mission.

Why Choose Us

• Making a Difference: Every day, you'll contribute to breaking the cycles of poverty and ensuring families stay together, creating a lasting impact by supporting our teams.
• Collaborative Environment: Join a passionate team dedicated to our mission, where your insights and expertise are valued.
• Professional Growth: We support your career development and offer training to help you grow.
• Community Impact: Become part of a trauma informed organization that makes a positive difference.
• Work-Life Flexibility: We offer hybrid schedules for many roles and a 9/80 work schedule.

Salary And Benefits

• Pay Rate: $24.50/hourly
• Paid Time Off: 10 paid holidays, and a generous PTO policy
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Medical, Non-Stop Benefits Card (we pay for most medical services and copays!)
• Dental, and Vision Insurance, Pet Insurance
• Chiropractic and Acupuncture services, 20+ visits per year
• Disability Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• 403(b) Company Match
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• And more!

Compensation

In accordance with California law, the expected salary range for this position is posted with this position. The actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law.

About the Program: Residential Treatment Program (STRTP)

This short-term residential therapeutic program provides services to pregnant, parenting, and at-risk young women (and their children) ages 13-18 in the foster care and/or juvenile justice system. These youth are typically placed by the Los Angeles County Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) or Probation Department

Role Summary

Are you passionate about making a lasting difference in the lives of young people? As a Lead Residential Counselor at St. Anne's Family Services, you will provide direct care, support, mentorship, and guidance to youth in our Short-Term Residential Therapeutic Program (STRTP). Working from a Trauma-Informed Care approach, you will help create a safe, nurturing, and structured environment where residents can heal, build life skills, achieve personal goals, and prepare for successful independent living.

• Schedule: Wednesday - Saturday; AM: 7:00am to 4:00pm, with a flex day 7:00pm to 3:00pm (9/80 work schedule!)
• Work Location Requirement: Based on operational needs, employees may be assigned to work at either 155 N. Occidental Blvd or the I-STRTP location at 134 N. Occidental Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90026, located across the street. Flexibility to work at either site is required.

This Role Offers The Opportunity To

• Make a deep impact. Your presence, encouragement, and consistency can change the trajectory of a young person’s life.
• Build meaningful relationships. Sometimes, your greatest impact is simply being the person who consistently shows up.
• Support growth and independence. Help young women discover their strengths, develop life skills, and work toward their goals.
• Bring your whole self to the work. Bring your compassion, patience, and authenticity—we’ll help you bring your skills.
• Be part of the healing. At St. Anne’s, we believe healing happens through relationships, consistency, opportunity, and hope.
• Grow professionally. You’ll develop valuable skills in trauma-informed care, crisis intervention, communication, and relationship-building.
• Be part of something bigger. Every day, you have the opportunity to help create a safe, supportive environment where young women can heal, grow, and build a future they choose.
• Be part of a mission-driven organization: Who is committed to helping families thrive and creating brighter futures.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Provides oversight and assistance to each resident in working with a group and in handling individual problems.
• Provides supervision, protection, and care of residents individually and in groups at all time.
• Oversight and administration of discipline and setting of limits for residents.
• Documents residents progress; identifies possible need for professional services; communicates such findings to professional staff.
• Evaluates and monitors Residential Counselors.
• Participates in mandatory trainings, in-service, and meetings.
• Maintain regular, consistent, and timely attendance.
• Maintain confidentiality as required by St. Anne’s, licensing, HIPPA, and other regulatory agencies.

Qualifications

• A minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology or related degree, required
• Must possess and maintain a valid California Driver’s License and a driving record acceptable to the agency’s insurance carrier.
• Physical ability to perform Pro-ACT, administer first aid/CPR and operate an agency motor vehicle.
• Ability to independently use a computer and the ability to learn necessary computer programs.

St. Anne's Family Services is an equal opportunity employer and encourages candidates from all backgrounds to apply!