School Based Youth Counselor

Four Oaks Family & Children Services; Forest City (IA); On-site; USD 23,419 - 26,174; Full time

Job summary

Four Oaks Family & Children Services is seeking an Entry-level position for their Forest City, IA location. Responsibilities include supervising participants and developing engaging program activities. Candidates should be at least 21 years old and hold a High School Diploma or equivalent. A Bachelor’s degree in social services is desired.

The role emphasizes communication, problem-solving, and teamwork to support children effectively. This full-time position offers competitive pay in the nonprofit social services sector.

Qualifications

• At least 21 years of age.
• Ability to work with children.
• Prior experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with supervision and encouragement of participants.
• Develop and implement program activities.
• Maintain good communication with families and community partners.

Skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Supervision

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree in social services or education (desired)

Job description

Job Details

Level: Entry
Job Location: Forest City CSD - Forest City, IA 50436
Position Type: Full Time
Education Level: High School Diploma or GED
Salary Range: $17.00 - $19.00
Travel Percentage: No Travel required
Job Shift: 1st Shift
Job Category: Nonprofit - Social Services

What you will do?

• Assisting with the supervision and encouragement of participants following program standards.
• Assisting in the development and implementation of program activities including program schedules and curriculum.
• Recognizing & effectively responding to opportunities for problem-solving with clients.
• Developing positive & engaging opportunities between students & staff.
• Providing frequent age- and skill-appropriate opportunities for the group so that each individual experiences success during out of school time programming.
• Carrying out established roles in enforcing out of school time program safety regulations.
• Preparing for and actively participate in staff training, meetings, and supervisory conferences.
• Setting a good example for students and others, including cleanliness, punctuality, sharing clean-up, sportsmanship, and table manners.
• Encouraging and demonstrating respect for personal property, equipment, & facilities.
• Creating and maintaining community partners including fellow organizations, and schools.
• Maintaining good communication with families and community partners.
• Providing positive group supervision of programs with attention to all of the following: program, health, happiness, discipline, cleanliness, safety, routine duties, character, & skill.

Qualifications & Program Information

What you need:

• You need to be at least 21 years of age and possess a High School Diploma or equivalent.
• A Bachelor’s degree in social services or education is desired.
• Prior experience in working with children is preferred but, not required.