Trauma-Informed Youth Mentor for Teens (6–12)

Youth Guidance; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Youth Guidance in Seattle, WA seeks a Youth Specialist II to guide up to 60 school-based youth aged 11–18, delivering BAM groups and individual support.

The role emphasizes trauma-informed, culturally responsive practices, collaboration with school staff, and documenting outcomes through program narratives and records.

Strong communication, team collaboration, and commitment to equity drive this full-time role in a school setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, counseling, psychology or related field.
• Master’s degree preferred and one year youth engagement experience.
• Minimum two years of youth engagement and supervised group counseling.
• Licensure: LPC/LSW or eligibility; LCPC/LSCSW/LMFT plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and facilitate 4–5 weekly BAM groups during the school day.
• Provide individualized support and crisis counseling as needed.
• Document interactions and program narratives within 24 hrs.
• Collaborate with school staff and Youth Guidance programs.
• Deliver trauma-informed and developmentally appropriate support.
• Assist in budget planning for field trips and events.
• Participate in supervision and staff development.
• Coordinate services with LSC and parent engagement teams.

Skills

CBT theory

Trauma-informed care

Group counseling

Cultural sensitivity

Communication

Team collaboration

Youth engagement

Microsoft Office

Education

BA in social work or related field

MS in social work or related field (preferred)

Licensure eligibility (LPC/LSW/LCPC/LMFT)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Case management software

Job description

Youth Guidance in Seattle, WA seeks a Youth Specialist II to guide up to 60 school-based youth aged 11–18, delivering BAM groups and individual support.

The role emphasizes trauma-informed, culturally responsive practices, collaboration with school staff, and documenting outcomes through program narratives and records.

Strong communication, team collaboration, and commitment to equity drive this full-time role in a school setting.