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Part-Time Youth Counselor


Job Location:

Bakersfield, CA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 21 August 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 18 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Partner with us in making a positive change!

Join a team where your work truly matters. Were 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:

Part Time Sun/Mon AM Youth Counselor

Division/Program:

(Children/Youth 24/7 Inpatient) Psychiatric Health Facility

Starting Compensation:

21.00 - 27.01 USD Per Hour

Working Location:

Bakersfield CA

Working Hours/Shift:

Part Time Sun/Mon AM (6am-6:30pm)



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 associates degree plus one year of experience; OR

  • A bachelors 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 (Capacity):Children/Youth (ages 5-17)dealing with acute psychiatric symptoms.

  • Facility & Setting:16 bed facility inpatient Psychiatric Health Facility.

  • Clinical Services (Core):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.

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