Youth Counselor | 0.8 FTE | $5,000 Sign-On Bonus | Training Provided at North Homes Children & Family Services

Grand Rapids, Minnesota, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

26 May, 26

Salary

22.12

Posted On

25 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Youth Supervision, Mentorship, Relationship Building, Emotional Support, Behavioral Growth, Safety Management, Therapeutic Environment, Coping Skills, Life Skills, Decision-Making, Boundary Setting, Teamwork, Compassion, Reliability, Communication

Industry

Mental Health Care

Description

Description Start Your Career Helping Youth – No Experience Needed! (0.8 FTE) Make a Meaningful Impact. Build Your Skills. Grow With Us. Join North Homes Children and Family Services, where compassion meets opportunity. As a Youth Counselor, you’ll help create a safe, supportive, and healing environment for youth while building a rewarding career — no experience required. We provide paid training, supportive supervision, and ongoing opportunities for advancement. Pay & Benefits Starting Pay: $19.23–$22.12/hour Sign-On Bonus: $5,000 Shift Differentials: +$1.50/hour (Afternoons) +$1.00/hour (Midnights/Weekends) Comprehensive Benefits Package (0.8 FTE): Health, dental, and life insurance Paid time off (PTO) and sick time (ESST) 401(k) with employer match Professional development Employee referral bonuses Shifts Available Afternoon, Overnight, and Weekend shifts 0.8 FTE (32 hours/week) Additional full-time and part-time opportunities may be available What You’ll Do As a Youth Counselor, you will: Provide daily care, supervision, and mentorship to youth ages 10–18 Build trusting relationships and support emotional and behavioral growth Create and maintain a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment Teach coping skills, life skills, and positive decision-making Model healthy boundaries and consistent expectations Work collaboratively with a dedicated, supportive team Program Overview North Homes operates several residential treatment and support programs, including: Stabilization Program: Short-term placement offering safety and support 35-Day Evaluation Program: Comprehensive assessment and treatment planning Intensive Residential Treatment (IRT): 90-day therapeutic intervention Residential Treatment Cottage: Strength-based care for youth with SED Teens in Transition: Independent living skill development Why Join North Homes? No experience needed — we provide all training Meaningful, purpose-driven work that changes lives Supportive, team-oriented culture Clear pathways for advancement in mental health and human services Ready to Make a Difference? Requirements Are you ready to make a real difference in the lives of youth? We’re seeking responsible, compassionate, and self-motivated individuals to join our team supporting at-risk youth in a structured, therapeutic environment. Ideal Candidates Are: Empathetic and committed to helping youth grow, heal, and succeed Strong communicators, both verbal and written Reliable and professional, able to set healthy boundaries and maintain consistency Team players who value collaboration and positive relationships Motivated to learn — no prior experience required; full training provided Minimum Requirements 21 years of age or older Valid Minnesota driver’s license High school diploma or GED Preferred (Not Required) Post-secondary education or experience in Human Services, Behavioral Health, Psychology, Law Enforcement, or related fields Experience working with youth, residential programs, or direct care roles Equal Opportunity Employer North Homes, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and ensure fair consideration regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, or public assistance status.

Responsibilities

The Youth Counselor will provide daily care, supervision, and mentorship to youth aged 10–18, focusing on building trusting relationships and supporting their emotional and behavioral growth within a safe, structured environment. Responsibilities also include teaching essential life and coping skills while modeling healthy boundaries and consistent expectations.