Overnight Residential Counselor (part-time)

Second Story; Dunn Loring (VA); On-site; USD 25,003 - 35,610; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Sick leave

Employee discount program

Simple-IRA retirement plan with employer matching

Job summary

Second Story in Dunn Loring, Virginia is seeking a part-time Overnight Residential Counselor to support teens in crisis by providing shelter, safety, and counseling.

The ideal candidate must have a bachelor’s degree, be compassionate, reliable, and able to work independently. Responsibilities include monitoring residents, answering crisis calls, and managing case notes. Compensation is $22.00 per hour with a part-time benefits package available after a year of service.

Qualifications

• Must have a bachelor's degree preferably in a relevant field.
• Willing to undergo background investigation and certification.
• Preferred: Prior experience in mental health with teens.

Responsibilities

• Monitor residents throughout the night and ensure their safety.
• Maintain a clean and secure living environment.
• Answer crisis hotline calls.
• Provide written case management.
• Conduct emergency intakes and discharges.
• Assist residents with morning routines.

Skills

Strong communication

Problem-solving

Conflict resolution

Cultural competence

Bilingual (Spanish)

Education

Bachelor's degree in psychology, social work, human services, counseling

Job description

Overnight Residential Counselor (part-time)

Second Story for Teens in Crisis is part of Second Story, a nonprofit that equips local youth and families with the critical tools, housing, and communities of support needed to achieve lasting self‑sufficiency. Second Story offers both residential and community‑based programs. Our Teens in Crisis program is the only emergency home in Northern Virginia for teens aged 13 to 17, providing shelter, safety, counseling, and support during critical moments in a young person’s life.

Second Story for Teens in Crisis is hiring a part-time (27 hours per week) Overnight Residential Counselor. The ideal candidate is reliable, compassionate, culturally competent, and capable of working independently with strong communication, problem‑solving, and conflict resolution skills.

Responsibilities

• Remaining awake to monitor residents throughout the night and ensure their safety via bed checks
• Maintaining a clean, organized, and secure living environment
• Answering crisis hotline calls
• Providing written case management, such as case notes and incident reports
• Conducting emergency intakes and discharges
• Assisting residents with their morning routines, including medication administration

Schedule

Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 10:30pm-7:30am (days and hours are non‑negotiable).

Qualifications

• REQUIRED: Must have a bachelor’s degree (preferably in psychology, social work, human services, counseling, or a related field)
• REQUIRED: Must be willing to undergo a background investigation prior to employment and become certified in CPR/First Aid and Medication Administration
• PREFERRED: Ability to speak Spanish
• PREFERRED: Prior experience in the mental health field, especially with teens

Compensation

$22.00 per hour

Second Story offers a part‑time benefits package, including paid vacation and sick leave; annual merit‑based salary increases for all employees in good standing; access to an employee discount program; and (after one year of service) enrollment in a Simple‑IRA retirement plan with employer matching.

Second Story is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to fair and merit‑based employment practices and encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.

Join Us!

If you’re looking for a meaningful career where every day brings an opportunity to make a difference, support teens in crisis, and contribute to a mission that helps change lives, we would love to hear from you.