Youth Counselor — Juvenile Treatment & Growth

Highfields Inc; Onondaga Township (MI); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Highfields Inc. in Onondaga, MI is seeking a Youth Specialist to support juvenile adolescents in a male-only, residential setting. This full-time role offers 40 hours weekly with day or evening shifts and comprehensive benefits.

The candidate will assess youth, set goals, plan lessons, and coordinate interventions while building positive relationships and modeling professional behavior. A high school diploma and youth experience are required; bachelor’s or associate degree preferred.

Qualifications

• Must possess good moral character and emotional stability.
• Ability to work with youth and co-workers in a professional manner.
• Demonstrates commitment and care for youth in the program.
• Maintains high professional standards and effective communication.
• Must be consistently punctual for all shifts.
• Shows sensitivity to cultural and socioeconomic differences.

Responsibilities

• Teach and nurture youth through direct interaction.
• Develop positive relationships with youth.
• Help youth develop and meet short- & long-term goals.
• Utilize counseling strategies appropriate for youth.
• Model professional behavior in dress, language and conduct.
• Participate in team meetings; support team goals and decisions.
• Contribute to improving youth behavior through program activities.

Skills

Moral character

Positive attitude

Team communication

Punctuality

Cultural sensitivity

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree with youth experience

Job description

Highfields Inc. in Onondaga, MI is seeking a Youth Specialist to support juvenile adolescents in a male-only, residential setting. This full-time role offers 40 hours weekly with day or evening shifts and comprehensive benefits.

The candidate will assess youth, set goals, plan lessons, and coordinate interventions while building positive relationships and modeling professional behavior. A high school diploma and youth experience are required; bachelor’s or associate degree preferred.