Youth Counselor -mpa Adventure-based
Mount Prospect Academy
Plymouth, New Hampshire, US
About the Role
Youth Counselor -MPA Adventure-Based Residential Youth Counselor - Adventure-Based Treatment Program Location: Plymouth, NH Pay: Up to $19hr Schedule: 4-Day Work Week Join Mount Prospect Academy (MPA) and make a difference! We're looking for compassionate, dedicated individuals to support at-risk youth in a therapeutic residential setting. As a Residential Youth Counselor , you'll mentor and guide adolescents, helping them build life skills, confidence, and resilience. Why Work With Us? * Affordable shared housing available * Full benefits package (Medical, Dental, Vision) * Paid Time Off & Holidays * 403(b) Retirement Plan * Overtime opportunities * Career growth and promotion from within * Outdoor adventure perks and professional development About MPA: Founded in 2003, Mount Prospect Academy provides innovative mental health and educational services to adolescents across New England. Our mission is to create a safe, caring environment where students can grow, learn, and thrive. What You'll Do: * Supervise and mentor youth, modeling positive behavior * Support daily living activities (meals, hygiene, recreation) * Implement therapeutic programming and crisis intervention * Foster social, emotional, and coping skills * Maintain accurate documentation and reports * Collaborate with team members to ensure a safe, structured environment Qualifications: * Associate or Bachelor's degree OR 60 college credits OR 2 years of experience working with youth OR 7 years of parenting experience * Valid driver's license preferred; must be 21+ * Authorized to work in the U.S. * Background check required Shifts Available: * Front Half: Sun 8a-10:30p; Mon-Wed 2p-10:30p * Back Half: Wed-Fri 2p-10:30p; Sat 8a-10:30p Ready to make an impact? Apply today! ( Mount Prospect Academy assures equal opportunity and public access and, if necessary, affirmative action in all its policies regarding employment and provision of services. MPA does not discriminate in its hiring, programs or policies on the bases of race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital status or sexual orientation. Mount Prospect Academy strongly recommends, but does not require, that all MPA faculty (employees) stay protected against COVID-19 by getting their primary vaccine series and stay up to date with a booster dose if they are eligible to receive one. Tag - Residential Youth Counselors, Youth Counselors, Direct Care Professionals, Direct Care Workers, Youth Mentor, Youth Worker, Behavioral Health Professionals, Mental Health Counselors, Youth Specialist, Awake/Overnight Residential, Youth Counselor, Residential Community Youth Leader, Camp Counselor, Residential Aide, Relocation, Housing Compensation details: 19-19 Hourly Wage PId5afbda320f
Responsibilities
- Supervise and mentor youth in a residential setting
- Implement therapeutic programming and crisis intervention
- Collaborate with team to maintain safe environment
Qualifications
- Associate or Bachelor's degree OR 60 college credits OR 2 years of experience with youth OR 7 years of parenting experience
Benefits
Full benefits package
Paid Time Off & Holidays
Required Skills
youth mentoring
crisis intervention
therapeutic programming
documentation
team collaboration
Keywords
adolescent care
residential counseling
behavioral health
therapeutic programming
youth development
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