Support Counselor (Part Time)

Aspiranet; Turlock (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Aspiranet, a leading California-based nonprofit, seeks a compassionate Support Counselor to join our Foster Care & Adoption team in Turlock. This part-time role helps children and youth through individualized support, home visits, and trauma-informed interventions while coordinating with a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities include implementing treatment plans, documenting progress, and collaborating with social workers and program managers.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in social services or related field + 1 year of experience, OR Bachelor’s degree in social services + 6 months of experience.
• ABA experience preferred
• Experience working with children, youth, and families in supportive or counseling roles.
• Must meet all employment requirements, including background clearances, valid driver’s license, and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one supportive services and interventions to children and youth.
• Conduct weekly home visits and individualized sessions with clients and families.
• Use trauma-informed care approaches to address challenging behaviors with empathy and assertiveness.
• Develop strategies to help clients build coping skills and resilience.
• Support development and implementation of individualized treatment and intervention plans.
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to monitor progress and adjust plans.
• Maintain accurate documentation of client contacts and progress; ensure compliance with standards.

Skills

Counseling experience

Experience with children, youth, and f

Education

Associate’s degree in social services or related field

Bachelor’s degree in social services

ABA experience preferred

Job description

Brief Description

Support Counselor (Part-Time)

Turlock, CA

Location: On-Site – Turlock, CA

Schedule: Part Time (16 hours/week) | Non-Exempt

Department: Foster Care & Adoption

Reports to: Program Supervisor – Child & Youth Services

Pay Range: $18.00 - $20.00/hour

The base hourly range for this position is $18.00 - $20.00 per hour for employees hired in the Central Valley, CA. The pay range provided in this job posting represents the typical range or starting rate of candidates hired within the Central Valley region. Candidates hired in Southern California or Bay Area locations may have higher starting salaries due to cost of living and market data differences. Factors that may be used to determine your actual starting salary may include your education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, the market data for your work location, and internal comparison to other employees who hold a similar role.

Make a Meaningful Impact

Aspiranet, a leading California-based nonprofit dedicated to supporting children, youth, and families, is seeking a compassionate Support Counselor to join our Foster Care & Adoption team in Turlock. In this role, you’ll provide individualized support and interventions for children and youth, building positive relationships that empower them to develop coping skills, strengthen family bonds, and create lasting change.

About Aspiranet

Founded in 1975, Aspiranet is a mission-driven social services agency with locations across California. Our six divisions Foster Care & Adoption, Transitional Aged Youth, Residential, Intensive Home-Based Services, Behavioral Health, and Family & Community provide holistic supports for children, families, and communities. Every role contributes to something greater: building brighter futures where opportunity, hope, and healing are within everyone’s reach.

Summary

The Child & Youth Support Counselor provides one-on-one support and intervention for up to six children and their families, offering weekly home visits and individualized plans. By fostering trust and modeling positive relationships, this role helps children adapt to challenges, develop coping skills, and thrive. The counselor is a vital member of a multidisciplinary team supporting youth and families in the Foster Care & Adoption program.

Responsibilities & Duties

Direct Support & Intervention

• Provide one-on-one supportive services and interventions to children and youth.
• Conduct weekly home visits and individualized sessions with clients and families.
• Use trauma-informed care approaches to address challenging behaviors with empathy and assertiveness.
• Develop creative strategies to help clients build coping skills and resilience.

Treatment Planning & Implementation

• Support the development and implementation of individualized treatment and intervention plans.
• Adjust approaches to meet the needs and schedules of youth and families.
• Help clients strengthen their foundation to thrive in daily life.
• Empower clients to progress through encouragement and guidance.

Compliance & Documentation

• Maintain accurate documentation of all client contacts, progress, and interventions.
• Share updates with the treatment team to monitor progress and adjust plans.
• Adhere to program, county, and state compliance standards.
• Participate in required training and maintain necessary certifications.

Collaboration & Teamwork

• Partner with social workers, clinicians, parent partners, and program managers to provide holistic support.
• Actively contribute insights and updates to the multidisciplinary team.
• Participate in team meetings and case consultations.
• Represent Aspiranet positively with clients, families, and community partners.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in social services or related field + 1 year of experience, OR Bachelor’s degree in social services + 6 months of experience.
• ABA experience preferred
• Experience working with children, youth, and families in supportive or counseling roles.
• Must meet all employment requirements, including background clearances, valid driver’s license, and reliable transportation.

Work Environment & Schedule

• Flexibility required, including some evenings and weekends to accommodate client needs.
• Work is primarily conducted in client homes and community settings in Stanislaus and Merced County.

Physical Demands

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions. This position typically operates in a standard office environment. The noise level is generally quiet and remains within OSHA’s established safety levels at all times.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Aspiranet is an equal opportunity employer that recognizes the value of diversity. We believe a diverse workforce within a culture of Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Access (IDEA) increases creativity, innovation, problem-solving, and teamwork for the youth and families that we serve and the organization as a whole. Aspiranet strives to provide our employees with a workplace that is welcoming, inclusive of differing world views, cultures, and lived experiences.

Aspiranet may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support aspects of the recruitment process, including application screening, candidate communications, and interview scheduling. AI tools assist our hiring team but do not make employment decisions. All hiring decisions are made by Aspiranet staff based on job-related qualifications, experience, and organizational needs. Questions about the use of your information may be directed to Human Resources.