Night-Shift Residential Youth Counselor

Casa Pacifica; Camarillo (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Casa Pacifica in Camarillo, CA seeks a dedicated NOC Mental Health Worker to support youth under cottage care. The role emphasizes supervision, group activities, and collaboration with the treatment team to implement plans and ensure safety.

Qualifications include a BA/BS degree, relevant licenses or certificates, and experience in child welfare or mental health settings. The position requires evening to night shifts with a supportive work culture at Casa Pacifica.

Qualifications

• First Aid and CPR certification.
• Ability to read and interpret safety and program manuals.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with families and staff.
• Demonstrated understanding of residential care needs.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, protect and care for youth individually and in groups.
• Communicate progress and concerns with the treatment team daily.
• Administer discipline and set behavioral limits as needed.
• Coordinate activities, transportation, and daily routines for residents.
• Develop and monitor daily/weekly goals and safety plans.
• Participate in therapy sessions, family meetings, and planning conferences.

Skills

Youth engagement

Communication

Behavioral boundaries

Crisis de-escalation

Observation skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Arts or Sciences Degree

Child Development Teaching Permit

12 semester units in ECE/Adolescent Development or Foster Care + 100 hours youth experience

Alcohol/Drug Counselor certificate + 100 hours youth experience

Vocational training certificate/credential for youth instruction + 100 hours experience

Direct care staff prior full-time or volunteer experience in group homes/therapeutic programs

Life experience in child welfare/mental health/juvenile systems

Job description

Casa Pacifica in Camarillo, CA seeks a dedicated NOC Mental Health Worker to support youth under cottage care. The role emphasizes supervision, group activities, and collaboration with the treatment team to implement plans and ensure safety.

Qualifications include a BA/BS degree, relevant licenses or certificates, and experience in child welfare or mental health settings. The position requires evening to night shifts with a supportive work culture at Casa Pacifica.