School Based Youth Counselor/Youth Development Specialist

Hunterdon Healthcare; Flemington (NJ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated School Based Youth Counselor/Youth Development Specialist to provide therapeutic services to children and families within schools. This role involves supporting students in developing job readiness skills, collaborating with community partners, and ensuring effective communication with school personnel. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and have experience in a school or mental health setting. Join a passionate team committed to making a positive impact in the lives of youth and their families.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience with children and adolescents in a school or mental health setting.
• Valid driver’s license and must pass background checks.

Responsibilities

• Supports students with job readiness skills and resume writing.
• Collaborates with community partners and secures relevant resources.
• Completes all School Based documentation.

Skills

Crisis intervention skills

Clinical training

Positive interpersonal skills

Good communication skills

Public speaking skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work

Bachelor’s Degree in Counseling

Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology

Job description

PositionSummary

School Based Youth Counselor/Youth Development Specialist provides therapeutic services to children, adolescents, and families in schools within Hunterdon County. Services provided consist of early identification, prevention, and intervention as well as linkages to existing services through group supportive counseling, education, presentations, and collaboration with school personnel and community providers.

Primary Position Responsibilities

1. Supports students with job readiness skills, resume writing, job interview etiquette, etc.

2. Forging partnerships with community partners and securing resources that are relevant and appropriate to meet the needs of the students and families that the SBYSP serves.

3. Completes all School Based documentation

4. Interacts and collaborates with school personnel, HMC/HBH departments, community providers and families

5. Maintains Professional Development.

Qualifications

Minimum Education:

Required:

Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Counseling or Psychology or other mental health related field.

Minimum Years of Experience (Amount, Type and Variation):

Required:

3 years of full-time experience with children and adolescents in a school or mental health setting as a youth service worker.

Preferred:

3-5 years of experience with children and adolescents in a school or mental health setting as a youth service worker.

License, Registry or Certification :

Required:

Valid driver’s license must pass criminal background check and fingerprinting.

Knowledge, Skills and/or Abilities :

Required:

Crisis intervention skills, clinical training and understanding of systems. Knowledge of schools and mental health facilities. Positive interpersonal skills, good communication and public speaking skills.