Residential Youth Counselor — Trauma-Informed Care

Tennyson Center for Children; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance options

Generous Paid Time Off

Paid Mental Health days

Retirement Plan with a match

Professional Development Assistance

Job summary

A childcare organization in Denver seeks a Residential Youth Treatment Counselor to support youth in a therapeutic residential program. This role involves supervising clients, assisting their treatment goals, and implementing trauma-informed care practices. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's degree in Human Services or related fields and experience with children with developmental disabilities. This full-time position offers various benefits, including medical insurance and generous paid time off.

Qualifications

• Must be willing to contribute to a positive home environment for children.
• Experience in a residential setting or with children with developmental disabilities preferred.
• All candidates must qualify to obtain a Colorado driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients in identifying and working toward self‑directed treatment goals.
• Engage clients in social‑emotional skill acquisition and practice.
• Utilize trauma‑informed therapeutic interventions for behavior management.

Skills

Supportive communication

Social-emotional skill acquisition

Behavior management

Education

Bachelor of Arts degree in Human Services or related field

Job description

A childcare organization in Denver seeks a Residential Youth Treatment Counselor to support youth in a therapeutic residential program. This role involves supervising clients, assisting their treatment goals, and implementing trauma-informed care practices. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's degree in Human Services or related fields and experience with children with developmental disabilities. This full-time position offers various benefits, including medical insurance and generous paid time off.