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Residential Youth Counselor/ Mental Health Worker

$19 - $23 per hour

New Alternatives Inc.

Job Description

Job Description

Residential Youth Counselor/ Mental Health Worker 

Are you interested in a  rewarding career , where you can have a  direct impact   on teen girls who are struggling?

New Alternatives, Inc. is a private nonprofit agency that is dedicated to healing the hearts of children and teens who have survived traumatic events throughout their lives. Our community based group home is located conveniently in Spring Valley. We are looking for creative, motivated, passionate and dedicated staff who can engage our vulnerable population of teen girls.

Shifts Available:

Overnight: Wednesday-Sunday (10pm-6am) 

Swing: Wednesday- Sunday (2pm-10pm)

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Actively engage SED teens in daily activities.
  • Assist teens with daily living skills, self-esteem building and emotional regulation skills.
  • Work with a skilled team to provide crisis intervention skills and de-escalate teens.
  • Participate in ongoing training to build your knowledge base of how trauma impacts behaviors, de-escalation techniques, meditation strategies and behavior specific interventions.

Qualifications/Requirements:

  • BA/BS strongly preferred, if no degree, 1+ years experience with teens
  • Experience with teens is a plus.

What we offer employees:

  • Various Shifts, days and programs available, FULL TIME benefits with 30 hour a week positions available!! Part Time is also offered at 20 hours a week.
  • Excellent medical and dental benefits
  • Paid Vacation & Sick Time
  • Extensive training opportunities, excellent experience for individuals considering a career in Social Work, Psychology, etc.
  • Graduate (paid) internships available with some programs
  • Multiple opportunities for advancement
  • 403B Plan
  • Family Fit Program through LA Fitness &  corporate discounts at CRUNCH
  • Rate depends on education level, previous experience in the field & supervisory experience. Starting rate is generally $19-23/hour, promotional opportunities with increased rates available!!

New Alternatives, Inc. is committed to providing Trauma Informed Care principles throughout our agency. Candidates should have knowledge and/or desire in assisting the agency carry out this culture.

\nCompany Description

New Alternatives, Inc. is a private nonprofit agency that provides a wide range of services to children, youth and families in San Diego and Orange Counties. Services include residential, outpatient, day treatment and in home support services.
New Alternatives, Inc. is committed to providing Trauma Informed Care principles throughout our agency.

Company Description

New Alternatives, Inc. is a private nonprofit agency that provides a wide range of services to children, youth and families in San Diego and Orange Counties. Services include residential, outpatient, day treatment and in home support services.\r\nNew Alternatives, Inc. is committed to providing Trauma Informed Care principles throughout our agency.

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