Arrowhead Economic Opportunity Agency

Youth Counselor

  • Arrowhead Economic Opportunity Agency
  • Grand Rapids, MN
  • 26 days ago

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Job Description

Assists with program/curriculum planning and provides service delivery of independent living skills for youth.

Bachelor’s degree in counseling, sociology, psychology, or related field, or a combination of education and experience. Experience working with at-risk youth. Experience with regional social service delivery systems and community resources. Experience in group facilitation and skills training. Computer literate. Regularly travels the service area.

Needed Attributes: Ability to work effectively with adolescents and young adults with varied socio-economic and cultural backgrounds.

  • Coordinates with social services and juvenile justice agencies to identify and recruit program eligible youth
  • Conducts one-on-one assessments and facilitates case plans with youth
  • Assists with training curriculum development and provides life skills training in group settings
  • Provides case management services, including weekly contact with participants
  • Develops cooperative relationships with Agency programs and community service providers
  • Organizes and participates in program activities and retreats
  • Coordinates adult/youth mentorship programs, including recruitment and training of mentors
  • Assists with required reports
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