Lead Youth Care Counselor

Boys & Girls Aid is committed to recruiting, hiring and retaining a diverse staff with a variety of backgrounds. We will honor your unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. We are an inclusive community dedicated to investing in relationships and authentically valuing others.

Boys & Girls Aid in Portland, OR is looking to hire a full-time Lead Youth Care Counselor. Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of youth and young adults and possess strong organizational skills? If yes, you might just be perfect for this position!

This position earns a competitive wage of $22.00/hour. First-year employees receive 11 paid holidays; 80 hours paid flexible time off; 1 personal paid day; paid sick time; 90% paid employee health/vision plan; dental plan; 403(b) Retirement Plan with match; Flexible Spending Account; Life/AD Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and our agency qualifies for Student Loan Forgiveness. If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, apply today!

ABOUT BOYS & GIRLS AID

Founded in 1885, we are focused on family permanency. Our mission is to make sure that every child in foster care grows up in a family. We teach and model healthy environments, invest in relationships, and work to cultivate the best opportunities for youth. As we focus on building positive and long-lasting relationships, we strive to create a formidable foundation for the youth we serve. As a member of the Boys & Girls Aid team, you will have an opportunity to promote social justice for youth who are in foster care, are involved with juvenile justice, or are experiencing homelessness.

Each employee plays a direct role in adding value to those we serve. We understand that how we treat our employees reflects on their performance. We strive to show our staff how much they are valued through a culture of open communication, transparency, and honesty.

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A LEAD YOUTH CARE COUNSELOR

As a Lead Youth Care Counselor, you will provide direct support services to clients, including intakes, supervision, and participation in recreation activities. You will be responsible for developing and implementing daily routines and weekly recreation schedules while ensuring that the opportunities for clients are culturally relevant. In addition, you will be responsible for scheduling shift coverage and managing staffing levels for regular and on-call staff. You will play a key role in the development and coordination of plans for basic need provision, food preparation, and client menu planning, collaborating with staff and vendors for necessary supplies.

You will collaborate with Program leadership, the Facilities and Safety Manager and vendors for repairs and maintenance of the facility, vehicles, and the procurement of supplies. You will be instrumental in ensuring the seamless operation of our program and making a positive impact on the lives of those we serve.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR A LEAD YOUTH CARE COUNSELOR

• Bachelor's degree along with 1 year of experience in mental health, social services, or a related field OR  2+ years of experience.
• Valid driver's license and a good driving record.

ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR NON-PROFIT TEAM?

If you feel that you would be right for this role, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application. We look forward to meeting you!

For additional questions, please contact our recruiter, Mirta Vargas at mvargas@boysandgirlsaid.org.

Note: this job description is representative of the major position requirements and is not intended to be all-inclusive.