Behavioral Health Youth Counselor

A Youth Counselor is a frontline professional who works directly with children and adolescents experiencing mental health, behavioral, or emotional challenges. The role is hands-on and focused on providing day-to-day support, structure, and guidance in a therapeutic setting in our Psychiatric Residential Treatment Facility.

The role is ideal for someone passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of troubled youth and who has the emotional maturity to work in a challenging yet rewarding setting. The opportunity for growth and development is significant, making it an excellent stepping stone for anyone looking to start a career in the mental health field.

What we're looking for : Full-time (72-80 hours per pay period) and part-time (~24 hours per pay period) Youth Counselors. This position provides quality client care and close, intensive supervision of our clients. Youth Counselors need to be able to work  Every other weekend and have availbilitiy to work evenings and holidays.

What you'll do :

• Provide daily structure and supervision for clients in a residential setting

Support youth in developing coping, communication, and life skills

Respond to behavioral or emotional crises with compassion and positive intervention strategies

Serve as a positive role model while maintaining healthy boundaries

Assist with schoolwork, recreational activities, and group programming

Ensure safety and maintain a clean, supportive environment

Document client progress, behaviors, and incidents as required

Collaborate with other team members to

Qualifications :

Why You'll Love Working Here (The Hoffmann Advantage) :

Competitive pay : $19.36-$20.63, depending on education and experience.

Low-cost benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance

Casual dress code

Collaborative, supportive culture

The chance to make a genuine difference in someone's life

About Hoffmann Center

The Leo A. Hoffmann Center  is a private, nonprofit organization providing high-quality, outcome-based mental health services for children, adolescents, and young adults. We operate two branches :

Our Psychiatric Residential Treatment Facility  in St. Peter specializes in intensive treatment for adolescent males with complex mental health needs.

Hoffmann Counseling Services , offering outpatient mental health care, including CTSS and ARMHS, to individuals and families in St. Peter, Mankato, New Ulm, and Waseca.

For over 40 years, we've been committed to fostering growth, stability, and community reintegration for the youth and families we serve.

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