Youth Counseling & Growth Specialist

YOUTH GUIDANCE; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Youth Guidance is seeking a Youth Specialist II in Seattle, WA to guide male-identifying students in grades 6–12, using trauma-informed, culturally responsive approaches.

Responsibilities include leading 4–5 weekly BAM groups, providing individual and crisis counseling, case management, and collaboration with school staff to support up to 60 youth across the year. A Bachelor's degree is required; a Master's is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required from an accredited university in social work, counseling, psychology, criminal justice, or related field.
• Master’s degree preferred with at least one year of youth engagement experience.
• Minimum of two years of youth engagement experience and supervised group counseling.

Responsibilities

• Lead 4–5 weekly BAM groups during the school day with engagement and counseling skills.
• Provide individualized support, including crisis counseling to students as needed.
• Document interactions and maintain program notes within 24 hours.
• Collaborate with school administration and Youth Guidance teams to support up to 60 youth.
• Participate in supervision, training, and fidelity checks for the BAM curriculum.

Skills

CBT concepts

Group counseling

Interpersonal skills

Cultural sensitivity

Microsoft Office

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Youth Guidance is seeking a Youth Specialist II in Seattle, WA to guide male-identifying students in grades 6–12, using trauma-informed, culturally responsive approaches.

Responsibilities include leading 4–5 weekly BAM groups, providing individual and crisis counseling, case management, and collaboration with school staff to support up to 60 youth across the year. A Bachelor's degree is required; a Master's is preferred.