PMIC Residential Direct Care--NORTH OAKS

Four Oaks Enterprise; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Four Oaks Enterprise is seeking a Youth Counselor for the North Oaks PMIC program in Cedar Rapids, IA. You will support teens aged 12–17, helping them develop skills, cope with emotions, and build healthier functioning within a structured residential setting.

The role requires calm, patient presence, strong communication, and a commitment to ongoing boundary setting and guidance. A high school diploma or GED is required; a Bachelor's in Human Services is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; Bachelor's in Human Services preferred.
• Ability to stay calm when students face challenges and maintain boundaries.
• Strong communication and problem-solving abilities are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide daytime supervision and support for teens aged 12–17 in a PMIC setting.
• Help youths develop coping skills, personal responsibilities, and healthier relationships.
• Maintain a structured, therapeutic environment and communicate progress to supervisors.

Skills

Patience

Calm under pressure

Communication skills

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in Human Services (preferred)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

PMIC Residential Direct Care--NORTH OAKS# PMIC Residential Direct Care--NORTH OAKSSmith Center - Cedar Rapids, IA 52404## OverviewSalary Range$16.00 - $18.00 HourlyLevelEntryPosition TypeFull TimeJob ShiftVaried ShiftsEducation LevelHigh School Diploma or GEDTravel PercentageMinimal Travel Required - less than 10%CategoryNonprofit - Social Services## PMIC Residential Direct Care--NORTH OAKS# **THEIR STORY IS STILL BEING WRITTEN.****A difficult chapter doesn't have to determine how the story ends.**For teens facing behavioral and emotional challenges, progress doesn't always happen in big, obvious ways.Sometimes it's choosing to talk instead of shutting down. Walking away instead of reacting. Taking responsibility after making a mistake. Trying again after a difficult day.As a **Youth Counselor with our North Oaks PMIC program**, you'll be there for those moments , helping male and female youth ages **12–17** recognize their strengths, develop new skills, and see that where they are today doesn't have to define where they go next.**You can be part of what comes next.**### **What is PMIC?**PMIC stands for Psychiatric Medical Institution for Children.North Oaks PMIC provides24-hour residential treatment and support for youth who need a higher level of care for behavioral and emotional needs.Our team creates a structured, therapeutic environment where teens can feel safe, work toward individualized treatment goals, develop healthier coping and communication skills, and build positive relationships with adults they can trust.**The goal isn't perfection. It's progress , one choice, one skill, and one success at a time.**Working with teens isn't always easy. The progress you help create may not happen overnight.But the conversation you have today could be the one they remember later.The boundary you consistently hold could become the structure they needed.The encouragement you give after a setback could be what helps them try one more time.That's what makes this work matter.If you're patient, dependable, compassionate, resilient, and ready for a career where your presence has a purpose, we want to hear from you.# **HELP THEM SEE WHAT'S POSSIBLE.****Apply today and become part of a young person's next chapter.**## Qualifications & Program Information**We're looking for someone who can stay calm when a child is having a hard day, celebrate them when they're having a great one, set healthy boundaries, follow through, and come back tomorrow ready to try again!****What you need:**You will need to be at least 21 years of age and possess a High School Diploma or GED to qualify. A Bachelor's Degree in a Human Services related field of study is preferred. Additional requirements include:* Desire to help kids succeed* Prior experience working with children in a school or mental health setting preferred* Strong communication and problem solving abilities* Basic computer skills in a MS Office environment***Apply now for immediate consideration!***