Part-Time Juvenile Detention Counselor – Evenings/Weekends

Juvenile Justice, Department of

Atlanta (GA)

On-site

USD 25,000 - 30,000

Part time

9 days ago

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Job summary

The Department of Juvenile Justice in Georgia is seeking a Part Time Juvenile Detention Counselor for the Atlanta YDC in College Park, GA. This hourly role involves delivering structured cognitive behavioral and life-skills group counseling, documenting activities, and performing administrative duties to support juvenile rehabilitation and a safe environment.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree with preference for advanced degrees in related fields; duties include evening/weekend coverage

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree required.
Master's degree preferred in Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, Forensic Psychology, Rehabilitation Counseling or related field.

Responsibilities

Deliver structured cognitive behavioral and/or life-skills group counseling sessions.
Document all programmatic activities.
Perform administrative duties to facilitate juvenile rehabilitation and maintain a safe environment.
Support program staff to ensure services align with best practices and departmental policy.
Lead or co-lead groups and participate in PBIS activities; cover afternoons/evenings/holidays/weekends.
Conduct rounds daily to identify and address youth needs.
Provide evening and weekend coverage for social, emotional, and behavioral needs of youth.
Assist with admission and orientation of youth according to policy.
Focus on delivering programming to youth; train in additional areas to support FT counselors.