Youth Counselor - PMIC Residential Care for Teens

Four Oaks Family And Childrens Services; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

North Oaks PMIC in Cedar Rapids, IA is seeking a Youth Counselor to support teens aged 12–17 in a 24-hour residential PMIC setting. You will stay calm on difficult days, set healthy boundaries, and help youths recognize strengths while contributing to individualized treatment goals.

The role emphasizes teamwork with clinicians and teachers, requiring compassion, patience, and reliability, with basic MS Office use and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Be at least 21 years old and have a High School Diploma or GED.
• Bachelor’s Degree in a Human Services field is preferred.
• Desire to help kids succeed and work well in school or mental health settings.
• Strong communication and problem solving abilities are essential.
• Basic computer skills in MS Office are required.

Responsibilities

• Support teens 12–17 in a 24-hour residential PMIC program.
• Help youths recognize strengths and develop new skills.
• Maintain calm and set healthy boundaries with youth.
• Work with the care team to progress treatment goals.
• Provide consistent, reliable presence and follow-through.

Skills

Patience and empathy

Strong communication

Problem solving

Crisis intervention

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree in Human Services (preferred)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

North Oaks PMIC in Cedar Rapids, IA is seeking a Youth Counselor to support teens aged 12–17 in a 24-hour residential PMIC setting. You will stay calm on difficult days, set healthy boundaries, and help youths recognize strengths while contributing to individualized treatment goals.

The role emphasizes teamwork with clinicians and teachers, requiring compassion, patience, and reliability, with basic MS Office use and strong communication skills.