Residential Counselor RTC/UIM Youth For Tomorrow is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization, founded in 1986 by Hall of Fame Redskins Head Coach Joe Gibbs. The organization is large, diverse, experienced and committed to serving the "least, the lost and the lonely" amongst us. YFT began as a residential home for at-risk boys, grew to serve girls, then reached out with community-based programs in 2012. Today, YFT has a $36.5 million annual budget and operates 16 residential and outpatient programs. YFT is driven by a commitment to address "mental and behavioral health service gaps" in our community. YFT's services meet an urgent need in the community, prevent hospitalization, reduce suicides and addiction, and improve overall mental health care for children and adults. We provide services to uninsured and under insured populations. YFT's residential treatment program for girls and boys 11-18 years of age is located on a beautiful campus located in Bristow, Virginia, thirty-five miles west of Washington DC and only two miles south of the historic city of Manassas, VA. Our open campus of 215-acre has eleven beautiful, modern, single family-style homes; an on-campus school; and recreational facilities including a full size gym, weight room, a full size soccer field, basketball courts, and plans for a ropes course. YFT has voluntarily sought and achieved three national accreditations: Council On Accreditation (NY, NY); Joint Commission (Oakbrook Terrace, IL.); and AdvancED (Atlanta, GA.). YFT also is accredited by the Virginia Association of Independent Specialized Education Facilities (VAISEF), an accrediting organization of the Virginia Council on Private Education, and is recognized by the Commonwealth of Virginia's State Board of Education to provide secondary education to residential and day school students. YFT has a commitment to diversity and demonstrated organizational cultural competence with a diverse staff - a majority of people of color (64%) and female (65%). Approximately 40% of our staff is bilingual. YFT employs 350-400 full time professional staff. Youth For Tomorrow (YFT) has an opening in the Residential Department. YFT is seeking Residential Counselors to become part of a great team and administration who values professional development and serving children and adolescents with behavior and mental health issues. Residential Counselors are vital to the structure and function of the residential program. Residential Counselors closely watch the children day and night. Ensuring the safety and well-being of both our residents and staff is a top priority; we monitor the behavior of the residents 24 hours a day through strategically working as a team. Candidates must be motivated, and self-disciplined to help individuals who suffer from mental health and traumatic experiences to turn their lives into productive members of society. Benefits include medical insurance, dental, vision, up to 5% match in a 401(k), and paid leave. Offered at the employee's expense include various family insurance options and a cafeteria plan. Qualifications Candidates must have at least a high school diploma or General Education Development (GED) and six month experience working with children, adolescents and their families Experience with group dynamics preferred. Previous work with juvenile offenders and foster care youth a plus. For UIM program qualifications candidate must be able to speak Spanish and English fluently. Hours vary, but must be willing to work weekends and evening shifts. Job Type: Full-time, Part-time, Weekends (Every other weekend) Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Schedule: 8 hour shift Day shift Holidays Monday to Friday Night shift On call Weekend availability COVID-19 considerations: Temperature Checks, Masks Required, COVID testing as needed Education: High school or equivalent (Preferred) Experience: At-risk Youth: 1 year (Preferred) Language: Spanish (Preferred) License/Certification: Driver's License (Preferred) Work Location: One location