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The Youth Counselor supports the well-being and personal development of young individuals by providing guidance, mentoring, and counseling. This role is essential in fostering a positive environment for youth to express themselves, overcome challenges, and achieve their goals.
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- Provide counseling and support to youth in individual and group settings.
- Develop and implement personalized support plans for each participant.
- Work with families and community organizations to enhance youth support.
- Facilitate workshops and programs focused on life skills, education, and personal growth.
- Monitor and evaluate the progress of each youth and adjust plans as necessary.
- Advocate for youth needs within the organization and community.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation of all interactions.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Empathy and ability to build trust with young people.
- Conflict resolution and problem-solving capabilities.
- Organizational skills to manage multiple cases and activities.
- Ability to work effectively with diverse populations.
Performance of the Youth Counselor is evaluated based on positive youth outcomes, participant feedback scores, engagement levels in programs, and the effectiveness of intervention strategies implemented.
Youth Outcomes
Improvement in the personal development goals of participants.
Participant Feedback
High scores on participant satisfaction surveys.
Program Engagement
Increased participation in counseling programs and workshops.
Reports to
Youth Program Director
Collaborates with
Social Workers, Family Consultants, and Educational Staff
Leads
Youth Volunteers or Interns
- Case management software
- Educational resources
- Counseling assessment tools
Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Social Work, or a related field; experience in counseling or youth development is preferred.
