Youth Counselor

CHOR Youth & Family Services; Doylestown Township (Bucks County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

The Children's Home of Reading Youth & Family Services (CHOR YFS) seeks a Youth Counselor for our Doylestown, PA location. This part-time position provides supervision, mentoring, and support to adolescent residents in a residential treatment setting.

You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team to maintain a safe environment, track progress, and help youth develop life skills. Strong communication, reliability, and a commitment to helping youth succeed are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Associate degree in a human services field, or a high school diploma with two years' youth experience.
• Must be at least 21 years old and possess a valid driver's license.
• Must successfully complete criminal background checks (including FBI) and child abuse clearances.
• Basic computer skills required.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily supervision, mentoring, and guidance to residents.
• Supervise residents during school, recreation, community outings, and daily activities.
• Maintain accurate Electronic Health Records (EHR) and behavior documentation.
• Collaborate with clinical staff to develop behavioral goals.
• Promote safe, structured, therapeutic environment and positive role modeling.

Skills

Dependable

Teamwork

Positive attitude

Professional

Committed to helping youth

Education

Bachelor's/Associate in human services

High school diploma + 2+ years youth experience

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

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Youth Counselor

CHOR's Regular Part Time Professional DOYLESTOWN, PA, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 10558

Make an Impact Every Day to Shape Futures

Youth Counselor

Looking for More Than Just a Job?

At The Children's Home of Reading Youth & Family Services (CHOR YFS), we're not just hiring employees—we're building a team of compassionate professionals dedicated to helping adolescents overcome challenges and build brighter futures.

Whether you're beginning your career in human services or bringing experience working with youth, you'll receive the training, support, and opportunities needed to succeed while making a meaningful impact every day.

For generations, CHOR YFS has provided innovative behavioral health and residential treatment services for children and families. Today, our programs serve more than 650 children and families each year by providing treatment-focused care that empowers youth to succeed.

When you join our team, you become part of an organization that values compassion, teamwork, integrity, and the belief that every young person deserves the opportunity to thrive.

Why Join Our Team?

• DailyPay – Access Your Earned Wages Before Payday
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Referral Bonuses
• Hands-on experience in residential treatment
• Opportunities for advancement throughout the organization
• Build positive relationships that change lives
• Mentor and support adolescents every day
• Help youth develop life skills and achieve behavioral goals
• Make a lasting impact in a mission-driven organization dedicated to serving others

What You'll Do

The Youth Counselor provides supervision, mentoring, guidance, and support to adolescent males living in a residential treatment program. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you'll help create a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment that promotes growth and success.

Your responsibilities may include:

Resident Care & Supervision

Provide daily supervision, mentoring, and guidance to residents.

Build trusting and supportive relationships through effective communication and positive role modeling.

Maintain the safety and security of residents and the facility.

Behavioral & Therapeutic Support

Supervise residents during school, recreation, community outings, and daily activities.

Collaborate with clinical staff and case managers to develop behavioral goals.

Encourage positive decision-making and independent living skills.

Maintain accurate Electronic Health Records (EHR) and behavioral documentation.

Record resident progress toward treatment goals.

Participate in training and follow structured program policies and procedures.

Who We're Looking For

You may be a great fit if you are:

• Dependable
• Team-Oriented
• Positive
• Professional
• Committed to Helping Youth Succeed

Qualifications

Education & Experience

Bachelor's or Associate's Degree in a human services-related field; or

High school diploma (or equivalent) with at least two years of experience working with youth.

Requirements

Must be at least 21 years of age.

Valid driver's license required.

Must successfully complete criminal background (including FBI) and child abuse clearances.

Basic computer skills required.

Schedule

Part-Time

Flexible Schedule Required

Location:
Mathom House & Easton Manor Programs
Doylestown Area, Bucks County, Pennsylvania

Start a Career with Purpose

Some jobs pay the bills.

This job changes lives.

The Children's Home of Reading Youth & Family Services is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce.

About Our Organization

The Children's Home of Reading Youth & Family Services (CHOR YFS) is an affiliate of Apis Services, Inc. and part of the Inperium family of companies. Our residential treatment and behavioral health programs provide treatment-focused care for hundreds of children and families each year.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Apis Services, Inc., Inperium Inc., and its affiliates provide equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.