Relief (PRN) Residential Youth Counselor

Children's Home Society of South Dakota; Rapid City (SD); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Referral bonuses up to $1,000

Job summary

Children’s Home Society of South Dakota is seeking a Residential Youth Counselor to supervise and provide trauma-informed care for children in a residential setting. You will collaborate with the treatment team, engage children with structured activities, and support emotional regulation while upholding safety standards.

The role emphasizes teamwork, professional interactions, and attention to detail, with evenings and weekend shifts and a minimum 16 hours every two weeks.

Qualifications

• One to two years related experience and/or training.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Social Work Associates preferred.

Responsibilities

• Child supervision with trauma-informed approaches and engaging activities.
• Team participation and communication with the treatment team.
• Document handoffs and complete daily/weekly logs.
• Ensure safety standards and supervision of calls/visits.
• Engage in required trainings and weekly staff meetings.

Skills

Team player

Communication

Attention to detail

Professional interactions

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Description

Work For Good!

Wage:

Starting at $20 per hour + up to a $2 per hour shift differential

Schedule:

Weekday evenings (2pm-10pm & weekend days (8am to 10pm) - PRN schedule

Minimum of 16 hours every two weeks

Position Overview:

Children’s Home Society of South Dakota is seeking a Residential Youth Counselor to work as part of a team providing supervision and trauma informed care of children within the residential program. As a leader in compassionate, trauma-informed care, Children’s Home Society is committed to fostering equity and inclusion in all aspects of our work.

By joining our team, you will make a difference every day—creating positive change for individuals, families, and communities. Each smile, hug, and heart you touch will reflect the meaningful impact of your work.

Benefits of Employment at CHS:

• Work-Life Balance: Pick your available days with a minimum working hours of 16 every two weeks.
• Referral Bonuses: Earn up to $1,000 for referring new employees.

What You Will Do:

• Child Supervision: Nurture children through interactive and engaging strategies. Maintain vigilant supervision of children. Facilitate structured activities, i.e., games, outdoor recreation, etc., if applicable. Assist children with hygiene, diet, getting ready for school, etc. Respond to emotional dysregulation in a trauma informed manner, supporting as needed.
• Team Participation: Participate as member of treatment team and maintain communication with the team. Assist in keeping unit clean and orderly.
• Data Management and Communication: Document required hand off communication. Complete daily/weekly logs on assigned children. Complete behavioral/restraint/incident reports before leaving shift.
• Safety & Compliance: Ensure safety standards and policies and procedures are followed. Monitor and supervise phone calls and visits as set by child’s therapist.
• Professional Development: Work on Quality Improvement goals. Attend required annual training and demonstrate competency in required areas. Attend and participate in weekly staff meetings.

What We’ll Love About You:

• You are a team player that promotes a positive work environment.
• You are capable of handling highly sensitive, confidential information.
• You are able to effectively communicate.
• You align with our mission, vision, and values.
• You are organized and are able to pay strong attention to detail.
• You are able to have professional and kind client and public interactions.
• You are able to show awareness and respect for the diverse cultural backgrounds of our employees and clients.

Requirements

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.

Experience

• One to Two years related experience and/or training. Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Licensure:

• Social Work Associates Preferred.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

Residential environment focused on care of children with behavioral issues. While performing the duties of this job, the employee must be able to physically restrain a child in ways taught by the Agency while being able to verbally communicate to the child and other staff. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Must successfully complete all required background and pre-employment checks EEO/AA.

Join us at Children’s Home Society and truly "Work for Good" every day, helping to change the world one child, one family, and one smile at a time.