Youth Residential Counselor

Hackensack Meridian Health; Montgomery Township (NJ); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health Carrier Clinic’s East Mountain Youth Lodge provides 24-hour residential treatment for adolescents aged 13-18, combining clinical and behavioral support in a structured home-like setting.

The Youth Residential Technician role focuses on direct resident supervision, daily living activities, and crisis intervention, with responsibilities for safety, documentation, and collaboration with clinical staff to ensure high-quality care.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree, or equivalent, with one year of experience providing direct care to youth in a behavioral health agency or institutional setting.
• Complete Shift Leader and Medication Administration training.
• Maintains standards of confidentiality
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills that may include Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite platforms.

Responsibilities

• Directly supervises and knows the whereabouts of every resident they are assigned.
• Supervises, observes, and participates with residents in the carrying out of the daily routine (i.e. chores).
• Runs activity, support and recreation groups with guidance from clinical staff.
• Serves as a primary counselor for an assigned number of residents.
• Assists residents in learning home management skills (cooking, cleaning, etc).

Skills

Excellent communication

Confidentiality

Written and verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Job description

Hackensack Meridian Health Carrier Clinic’s East Mountain Youth Lodge provides 24-hour residential treatment for adolescents aged 13-18, combining clinical and behavioral support in a structured home-like setting.

The Youth Residential Technician role focuses on direct resident supervision, daily living activities, and crisis intervention, with responsibilities for safety, documentation, and collaboration with clinical staff to ensure high-quality care.