Sign up to access all features of our service.
  • Job search
  • Favorites
  • Create a CV
    New
  • Salaries
  • Subscriptions

On Call Youth Counselor

$21 - $27.01 per hour
Part-time

Stars Behavioral Health Group

Partner with us in making a positive change!

Join a team where your work truly matters. We're proud to have been certified as a Great Place to Work for 8 years by our own employees. We invite you to partner with us in our mission to improve mental healthcare.

Job Title:

On-Call Youth Counselor

Division/Program:

Kern Psychiatric Health Facility (24/7 High Acute Inpatient for ages 5-17)

Starting Compensation:

21.00 - 27.01 USD Per Hour

Working Location:

Bakersfield, CA

Working Hours/Shift:

As needed coverage for Monday-Sunday AM shift, 6am to 630pm based on facility needs and applicant availability. No set schedule.

Why Join Our Team?

  • Competitive Compensation : Offering a salary that matches your skills and experience.
  • Generous Time Off : Enjoy ample vacation and holiday pay.

Comprehensive Benefits Package

  • Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Additional voluntary benefits to support your lifestyle.

Professional Growth Opportunities

  • On-the-job training with access to paid CEU opportunities.
  • Career development programs designed to help you grow.
  • Supervision for BBS hours for AMFT, ACSW, and APCC professionals (where applicable).

Employee Recognition & Rewards : A culture that celebrates and rewards your hard work and dedication

What You Bring to SBHG

Experience & Education | Youth Counselor I

  • High school diploma or equivalent is required.
  • Must have one year of experience with children or adults with serious mental health needs. Inpatient experience is preferred.

Education | Youth Counselor II / Youth Counselor IV

  • High school diploma or equivalent (e.g., GED, HiSET) plus three years of experience with children/adults with serious mental health needs; OR
  • An associate’s degree plus one year of experience; OR
  • A bachelor’s degree plus six months of experience.

How you will make a difference:

The Youth Counselor has the primary responsibility for supervising and caring for adolescent clients in individual and group settings, ensuring their safety and well-being. Assists adolescents with daily living skills, including eating, personal hygiene, grooming, social interactions, and positive behavior development. Provides support with daily activities, school responsibilities, and therapeutic programs while encouraging appropriate behavior and participation. Leads and assists with group activities, maintains accurate documentation of daily activities and behaviors, and participates in shift meetings and treatment team meetings to support quality care and communication.

Division/Program Overview

  • Population Served: Children/Youth (ages 5-17), dealing with acute psychiatric symptoms.
  • Facility & Setting: 16 bed facility, inpatient Psychiatric Health Facility.
  • Clinical Services: Moves clients through five phases: admission; engagement; learning; stabilization and linkage to resources and aftercare.
  • Length of stay: Length of stay is typically up to 72 hours. Stay may be extended, if additional evaluation or treatment is needed.
  • Skills & Services: Intensive treatment programs with individualized care plans.

Learn more about SBHG at :

For Additional Information:

View email address on carejobs.now

Vacancy posted 1 day ago
Similar jobs that could be interesting for youBased on the On Call Youth Counselor in Bakersfield, CA vacancy
  • $134.06k - $165.57k

     ...Employees in this role are required to participate in a structured on-call rotation, remaining accessible and prepared to respond to work-...  ...peers, BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, veterans, and all belief systems. Kern Youth CSU provides short term crisis stabilization services for youth... 
    Youth
    Hourly pay
    Full time
    Temporary work
    Part time
    Local area
    Relocation package
    Shift work
    Night shift
    Weekend work
    Day shift

    Telecare

    Bakersfield, CA
    2 days ago
  • $71k - $100k

     ...Counselor With traumatic brain injury, life changes in an instant. For us, there is no greater reward than easing human suffering and...  ...prepaid debit cards for everyday financial transactions. Call to Action Are you passionate about making a difference in people... 
    Suggested
    Daily paid
    Full time
    Work experience placement
    Casual work
    Immediate start
    Monday to Friday
    Shift work
    Night shift
    Weekday work

    Centre For Neuro Skills

    Bakersfield, CA
    2 days ago
  • $46.92k

     ...at designated times throughout the year Qualifications: Qualifications include: Experience working or volunteering with youth This is a two-person role for couples legally married for at least two years Both spouses must be age 27 or older No more than... 
    Youth
    Full time
    Relocation
    Relocation package
    Flexible hours
    Weekday work

    Milton Hershey School

    Bakersfield, CA
    18 hours ago
  • $70.3k - $72.1k

     ...role. Make a Meaningful Impact Are you passionate about helping youth overcome barriers to success? Do you thrive as part of a creative...  ..., evenings as needed) Participate in a rotating after-hours on-call schedule to provide crisis support Ensure all services remain culturally... 
    Youth
    Full time
    Work at office
    Work from home
    Relocation package
    Flexible hours
    Afternoon shift

    Aspiranet

    Bakersfield, CA
    18 hours ago
  • $20 per hour

    About Rula: At Rula, our mission is simple: help people get better. We partner with a nationwide network of licensed clinicians committed to delivering compassionate, effective care for individuals, couples, and families. We make this possible by supporting our...
    Suggested
    Live in
    Work at office
    Remote work

    Rula Health

    Bakersfield, CA
    4 hours ago
  • Provide mental health care as a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, offering telehealth and optional in-person sessions to individuals, couples, and families. You will complete assessments, create and update treatment plans, deliver ongoing psychotherapy, track clinical... 

    Rula Health

    Bakersfield, CA
    4 hours ago
  • $134.06k - $165.57k

     ...State/County agencies, community partners, and consumer groups. Employees in this role are required to participate in a structured on-call rotation, remaining accessible and prepared to respond to work-related needs within a designated timeframe. Rotations are scheduled... 
    Hourly pay
    Full time
    Part time
    Local area
    Relocation package
    Shift work
    Night shift
    Weekend work
    Day shift

    Telecare

    Bakersfield, CA
    18 hours ago
  • $8.68k - $9.32k

     ...Under the general direction of the Senior Psychologist (Supervisor) / Supervising Psychiatric Social Worker I, the Clinical Counselor (CC), works in Mental Health Services. The CC applies counseling interventions and psychotherapeutic techniques within the scope of... 
    Permanent employment
    Full time
    Part time
    Work at office
    Remote work

    California Correctional Health Care Services

    Bakersfield, CA
    3 days ago
  • $28 per hour

     ...application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process. SUD Counselor AOD Substance Abuse Regular Full time over 30 hrs Professional 574 Casa Aurora, Bakersfield, CA, US 4 days ago Requisition ID... 
    Hourly pay
    Full time
    Contract work
    Work at office
    Local area
    Relocation package

    Mental Health Services

    Bakersfield, CA
    2 days ago
  • $60 per hour

     ...EOPS/CARE/CalWORKs Counselor - Part-time Adjunct Pool Kern Community College District Salary: $60.00 Hourly Job Type: Job Number: FY24-2501154 Location: Bakersfield College -- Panorama Campus, CA Department: Basic Function Please Note: Kern Community College District accepts... 
    Hourly pay
    Part time
    Work at office
    Local area
    Immediate start

    noriba GmbH

    Bakersfield, CA
    4 days ago
  •  ...Headway is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Licensed Professional Counselor to join our innovative team. As a leader in mental health services, Headway connects patients with mental health professionals through a seamless interface, integrating therapy access with... 

    Headway - Design & Development

    Bakersfield, CA
    18 hours ago
  •  ...JOB SUMMARYThe Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Counselor reports to the Supervising SUD Counselor and provides evidence-based substance use treatment and case management services to justice-involved adults residing in the Male Community Reentry Program (MCRP). The SUD Counselor... 
    Contract work
    Work at office

    Turning Point of Central California

    Bakersfield, CA
    3 days ago
  • $23 - $25 per hour

     ...facilities, (This Includes clinic provided (if applicable), Insurance and Cab based support). Answers, responds, and documents phone calls, requests, and questions from patients in a timely manner. Calls must be accurately managed or redirect as appropriate. Utilizes... 
    Hourly pay
    Temporary work
    Local area

    Clinica Sierra Vista

    Bakersfield, CA
    3 days ago
  • $400 per month

     ...-time, 40 hours per week M-F 8am-5pm onsite positionOptional on call (by phone for emergencies only compensated up to $400/night)Compensation...  ...unit (CSU) that offers 24/7 services to adults and youth. The Windsor Center aims to increase access to crisis services,... 
    Youth
    Hourly pay
    Full time
    For contractors
    Relocation package
    Night shift

    Telecare

    Bakersfield, CA
    3 days ago
  •  ...full potential. Motto: Patient’s Come First Guiding Principal : Our clinic provides an environment enabling physicians, counselors, patients, and all staff members to work as a team with mutual respect and dignity throughout the recovery process. If you are... 
    Full time
    Monday to Friday

    American Health Services, LLC

    Bakersfield, CA
    18 days ago
  • $50k

     ...top-performing digital fundraising platform for high school and youth athletics and activities. Since its founding, Snap! Raise has helped...  ...confident in prospecting new business, conducting discovery calls, and presentations to customers both in-person and digitally... 
    Youth
    Full time

    SnapMobile

    Bakersfield, CA
    1 day ago
  • Rula Technologies, renowned for its pioneering technology in digital interfaces and user experiences, is seeking a dedicated Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) to expand our wellness program. This role involves improving emotional and mental health outcomes for...

    Rula Health

    Bakersfield, CA
    4 hours ago
  • $65 per hour

    We are a home care agency that has been in business since 2007 and in need a California Licensed RN to perform in-home assessments of elderly clients in the Bakersfield, CA region (servicing clients located within a 2 hour radius of Bakersfield, CA). $65/hour Per Diem...
    Daily paid
    Extra income
    Contract work
    Part time
    Second job
    Local area
    Flexible hours
    Weekend work

    Care Planning Institute

    Bakersfield, CA
    2 days ago
  • $16 - $20 per hour

     ...become more than just a retailer, but a universal part of teen and youth culture. The in-store Journeys experience features an energetic...  ...of his or her job should email ****@*****.*** or call (***) ***-****. Genesco's employment practices will continue to... 
    Youth
    Part time
    Night shift
    Weekend work

    Journeys

    Bakersfield, CA
    1 day ago
  • $16 - $35 per hour

     ...become more than just a retailer, but a universal part of teen and youth culture. The in-store Journeys experience features an energetic...  ...of his or her job should email ****@*****.*** or call (***) ***-****. Genesco’s employment practices will continue to... 
    Youth
    Full time
    Night shift
    Weekend work

    Journeys

    Bakersfield, CA
    5 days ago
  • $20 - $22 per hour

     ...thought I would be in. I needed help bad… It all started with a call… one of the easiest and hardest things I’ve ever done. Every...  ...care spanning across the country. Position Overview: As a Counselor, you will play a crucial role in the recovery journey of our patients... 
    Temporary work
    Start working today
    Immediate start
    Monday to Friday

    Aegis Treatment Centers

    Bakersfield, CA
    6 days ago
  • $120k - $135k

     ...Start Date: ASAP About the Position We are seeking an experienced Director of Nursing (DON) to lead nursing operations for a Youth Inpatient Psychiatric Health Facility . This full-time leadership role is ideal for a dedicated RN with strong behavioral health... 
    Youth
    Full time
    Immediate start
    Relocation package
    Shift work
    Weekend work
    Weekday work

    Lancesoft Inc

    Bakersfield, CA
    1 day ago
  • $25 - $30 per hour

     ...Instructor Company: Challenger Sports We are looking for reliable, energetic and enthusiastic Coaches to take groups of youth soccer players in our Tiny Tykes program. This entails working with 2-5 year olds following a specialised curriculum designed to... 
    Youth
    Hourly pay
    Temporary work

    Challenger Sports

    Bakersfield, CA
    2 days ago
  • $75 - $95 per hour

     ...commitment to providing culturally responsive, equitable care that honors diverse backgrounds and experiences Experience working with youth and adults ages 11-60 in clinical or school settings Comfortable with telehealth: Experience providing telehealth services... 
    Youth
    Remote job
    For contractors
    Private practice
    Flexible hours
    Weekend work

    Daybreak Health

    Bakersfield, CA
    29 days ago
  •  ...about medical issues, identifying visit needs Assist nurses and doctors with basic medical care and procedures Track lab results, call in prescriptions, and handle basic medical office duties Qualifications BLS Certification or Certified Medical Assistant... 
    Work at office

    VALLEY HEALTH PRIMARY CARE

    Bakersfield, CA
    10 days ago
  • $36k

     ...Responsibilities Because the overriding religious purpose and mission of Youth for Christ USA is to communicate and introduce the Gospel of...  ...I.T. helpdesk tier 1 requirements Must be available to be on-call after hours to respond to emergency situations. Must be able... 
    Youth
    Part time
    For contractors
    Work at office
    Local area

    Kern County Area

    Bakersfield, CA
    5 days ago
  • $46.92k

     ...at designated times throughout the year Qualifications: Qualifications include: Experience working or volunteering with youth This is a two-person role for couples legally married for at least two years Both spouses must be age 27 or older No more than... 
    Youth
    Full time
    Work from home
    Relocation package
    Flexible hours
    Weekday work

    Milton Hershey School

    Bakersfield, CA
    4 hours ago
  •  ...members. Participate with the team manager in the yearly formal evaluation of the team physician. Ensure that a physician on-call rotation is established so that there is team physician support available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Management... 
    Full time
    Local area

    VITAS Healthcare

    Bakersfield, CA
    1 day ago
  • $55k - $150k

     ...Family Service Counselor - Inside Sales Representative At Carriage Services , we are united by our purpose of creating premier experiences...  ...sales role with leads provided via walk-in traffic & inbound calls - Assists families with funeral selections and attends... 
    Hourly pay
    Minimum wage
    Full time

    Carriage Services

    Bakersfield, CA
    1 day ago
  • $55 per hour

     ...information regarding patient status and report the results to the Primary Care Provider (PCP) or RN in a timely mannerProvide patient/youth education and accurately document care in the approved format, noting and carrying out physician's ordersAdminister/assist with... 
    Youth
    Hourly pay
    Permanent employment
    Temporary work
    Night shift
    Afternoon shift

    Nightingale's List

    Bakersfield, CA
    1 day ago

Do you want to receive more vacancies?

Subscribe and receive similar vacancies to On Call Youth Counselor. Be the first to apply!