Residential Life Counselor I — Youth & Family Support

002 Sea Mar Community Health Center; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription

Life Insurance

Long Term Disability

EAP

Paid time off 24 days + 10 holidays

401(k)/Retirement options

Job summary

Sea Mar Community Health Centers in Washington state seeks an entry level Group Life Counselor I to join a multidisciplinary team in a residential setting. You will perform admissions, monitor behavior, facilitate educational groups, and support youth with chemical dependency and mental health needs.

Ideal candidates bring a basic understanding of direct services, strong empathy, integrity, and a commitment to social justice, with a willingness to learn and collaborate with staff.

Qualifications

• Understanding and empathy for client needs in a residential setting.
• Ability to maintain professional standards and follow policies.
• Willingness to learn and adapt within a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Maintain logs and patient records as directed by supervisors.
• Assist counseling staff during groups and activities with youth.
• Provide direct care and support to patients in daily living activities.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Integrity

Teamwork

Education

Associate degree OR high school diploma + 1 year experience

Job description

Sea Mar Community Health Centers in Washington state seeks an entry level Group Life Counselor I to join a multidisciplinary team in a residential setting. You will perform admissions, monitor behavior, facilitate educational groups, and support youth with chemical dependency and mental health needs.

Ideal candidates bring a basic understanding of direct services, strong empathy, integrity, and a commitment to social justice, with a willingness to learn and collaborate with staff.