Healthy Youth Program Counselor

Be a catalyst for change in the lives of young people

Join the Healthy Youth Program (HYP)—a dynamic initiative that empowers adolescents and young adults ages 12 to 25 through education, prevention, intervention, and treatment focused on substance use and overall well-being.

At Elevate Youth Services our outpatient substance use treatment program (HYP) takes an integrative, mind/body approach that focuses on the context within which behaviors are occurring. We help young people uncover and heal their underlying issues. Our work is relationship-centered, built on trust, and rooted in meeting youth exactly where they are—both literally and emotionally.

As a HYP Counselor, you’ll provide individual and group counseling, case management, and compassionate support to youth participating in HYP treatment services, as well as those connected with our Housing Opportunity Program (HOP) emergency shelters and the Basement Teen Center. Our services are often provided in these kinds of community based locations. We know that healing starts when young people feel safe, seen, and heard so we strive to work with young people in ways that promote this.

You’ll receive professional supervision and support from the HYP Program Director, a Licensed Drug and Alcohol Counselor as well as opportunities to participate in a range of professional development offerings. At Elevate, we are dedicated to your growth and the success of the youth we serve.

This benefit eligible position is offered at full time (37.5 hours) or part time (22.5 hours) weekly. To apply, email jobs@elevateyouthvt.org with a cover letter, resume and 3 references.

• Background check required
• Position open until filled
• Elevate Youth Services is an EOE
• For more information, visit: https://www.elevateyouthvt.org/join-the-team

Candidates will need to be licensed or on a licensure-eligible track as a mental health or substance use counselor (completion or in process of completing a Master’s Degree in a mental health discipline).

Elevate Youth Services is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other protected characteristic.

Benefits:

Vacation Allowance 15 days

Personal Days 3 days

Holidays 13 days

Sick Days 10 days

Health Insurance Yes

Long Term Disability/Life Insurance Yes

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Yes

403B TSA plan Yes

50% Discount GMC Fitness membership Yes