Trauma-Informed Residential Youth Counselor | Growth & Support

Valley Youth House; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company **

Short- and long-term disability

Health Care and Dependent Care FSA

Wellness programs

Referral program

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Valley Youth House in Bethlehem, PA is seeking a full-time Residential Youth Counselor to cover Sun–Thu 2pm–10pm, earning $19–$21 per hour. You will implement individual youth plans, provide on-the-floor supervision, and help with daily living activities in a trauma-informed setting.

You will facilitate life skills groups, monitor safety, and maintain precise records. The position includes strong benefits and growth opportunities within the organization.

Qualifications

• Must be 21+ years old and able to identify with and adapt to the Shelter program goals.
• Minimum of a high school diploma or GED with at least one year working with adolescents.
• Basic cooking knowledge to prepare nutritious meals and teach cooking as a life skill.
• Sound judgment and knowledge of adolescent development and behavior.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Creativity, flexibility in approaches to people and projects.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver's license and vehicle insurance.
• Must pass an annual motor vehicle clearance for agency vehicles.
• Proficient in Windows software; familiarity with Google Suite is desired.
• No history or conviction of prohibited criminal or child abuse offenses.

Responsibilities

• Spend a minimum of 95% of working hours providing on-the-floor supervision and safety monitoring.
• Engage youth in implementing individual plans using trauma-informed frameworks.
• Support daily living activities, including meals, housing, academics, and budgeting.
• Facilitate life skills groups and structured activities to promote growth.
• Intervene and report crises per agency and regulatory protocols, including safety plans.
• Maintain accurate client documentation and enter notes into Credible after shifts.
• Attend mandatory trainings and participate in team meetings with prepared agendas.

Skills

Adolescent development knowledge

Strong organizational skills

Creativity and flexibility

Multitasking abilities

Ability to work with diverse popu l at

Valid driver's license

Motor vehicle clearance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Windows

Google Suite

Job description

Valley Youth House in Bethlehem, PA is seeking a full-time Residential Youth Counselor to cover Sun–Thu 2pm–10pm, earning $19–$21 per hour. You will implement individual youth plans, provide on-the-floor supervision, and help with daily living activities in a trauma-informed setting.

You will facilitate life skills groups, monitor safety, and maintain precise records. The position includes strong benefits and growth opportunities within the organization.