Youth Counselor

The Town of Southampton is looking for a full time Youth Counselor in our Youth Bureau.


The responsibilities of this position will include, but not be limited to:

Executing or implementing a variety of counseling services dealing with the needs and problems of youth. Meet with youth and families to ascertain the needs of participants; Develops plans for meeting the goals of needed services; Conducts individual and family counseling; Consult with other community agencies and organizations in order to secure supplementary services; Prepare case reports, and maintain accurate records; May implement recreational, social, educational and cultural programs.

Minimum qualifications for the position are: a Master's Degree in Social Work or Mental Health Counseling or Graduation from a college with a Bachelor's Degree, and one (1) year of experience in youth counseling.

Qualified Candidates should have thorough knowledge of the principles, practices and techniques of social work; thorough knowledge of counseling methods and techniques, and their application to work problems; good knowledge of the services and resources provided through public and private sources; ability to establish good rapport with individuals and groups; ability to analyze case records and to reach sound decisions; ability to establish effective working relationships with the general public, private agencies and community representatives; ability to prepare clear, accurate and comprehensive reports; ability to express oneself clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

Annual Salary: $74,332.80 plus full benefits package


May require irregular working hours to accommodate youth programs.


Please submit resume and cover letter detailing education & experience to: Town of Southampton, Human Resources, 116 Hampton Road, Southampton, NY 11968. Fax View phone number on click.appcast.io or e-mail View email address on click.appcast.io. EOE