Youth Empowerment Counselor

Placements24; Willows (CA); On-site; USD 11,000 - 16,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid benefits

Retirement fund contribution

Training & supervision

Paid annual leave

Career progression

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a compassionate Social Support Facilitator to work with youth and families in Welkom, Free State. You will provide counseling, mentorship, and connect participants to educational and community resources, while liaising with schools and centers to support youth development.

The role requires a tertiary qualification in Social Work, Youth Development, or Psychology, with experience in youth-focused support, and a strong emphasis on confidential record-keeping, empathy, and

Qualifications

• A relevant tertiary qualification in Social Work, Youth Development, Psychology, or a related field.
• Previous experience working directly with youth in a support or mentoring capacity.
• Strong understanding of adolescent psychology and common challenges faced by young people.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and active listening skills.

Responsibilities

• Conducting needs assessments for youth and their families.
• Developing and implementing individualized support plans.
• Providing direct counseling and mentoring to young people.
• Facilitating access to educational, vocational, and recreational programs.
• Liaising with schools, community centers, and other relevant organizations.
• Organizing and running group activities and workshops for youth.
• Monitoring client progress and adjusting support strategies as needed.
• Maintaining accurate case records and reports.
• Responding to crisis situations involving youth and providing immediate assistance.

Skills

Active listening

Counseling

Youth mentoring

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Cultural competence

Confidential records handling

Education

Social Work degree

Youth development

Psychology degree

Tools

Record-keeping software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a compassionate Social Support Facilitator to work with youth and families in Welkom, Free State. You will provide counseling, mentorship, and connect participants to educational and community resources, while liaising with schools and centers to support youth development.

The role requires a tertiary qualification in Social Work, Youth Development, or Psychology, with experience in youth-focused support, and a strong emphasis on confidential record-keeping, empathy, and