Youth Life-Skills Counselor Assistant

Youth Villages; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 49,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k)

Paid vacation

Paid sick days

Paid holidays

Parental leave

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Youth Villages in Tennessee offers a Behavioral Youth Counselor Assistant role to support youth wellness and development on residential campuses. The position involves teaching life skills, aiding treatment planning, and transporting youth to various appointments and activities.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, experience with at-risk youth, and strong organizational and communication skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience working with at-risk youth and families preferred.
• Strong organizational, written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain flexibility.
• Basic computer knowledge required.

Responsibilities

• Teach youth life skills and provide for daily physical care.
• Assist in treatment planning for each youth.
• Transport youth to appointments, court dates, and outings.
• Participate in recreation therapy sessions with groups.
• Help youth develop coping skills using therapeutic interventions.
• Facilitate group therapy to build life, social, and anger-control skills.
• Complete daily documentation in an EMR system.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

High school diploma or GED

Experience with at-risk youth

Experience working with youth

Organizational skills

Written and verbal communication

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Basic computer knowledge

Flexible schedule

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Youth Villages in Tennessee offers a Behavioral Youth Counselor Assistant role to support youth wellness and development on residential campuses. The position involves teaching life skills, aiding treatment planning, and transporting youth to various appointments and activities.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, experience with at-risk youth, and strong organizational and communication skills.