Position title: Outreach Counselor
Department: Counseling
Location: Lyons Township Office. -La Grange, IL 60525
Schedule: Flexible Hours/ Mon to Thursday 12 pm to 8 pm and Friday 9 am to 5 pm
Are you passionate about working with at-risk youth and helping them build brighter futures? Youth Outreach Services (YOS) is looking for a dedicated and compassionate Outreach Counselor to join our team.
Outreach Counselor Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct outreach to engage high-risk youth and their families in services.
- Meet with parents/guardians to support youth engagement.
- Provide counseling, employment, educational, and life skills training.
- Coordinate with YOS services to connect youth and families to resources.
- Offer transportation to youth as needed.
- Build relationships with referral sources that are beneficial to clients.
- Make referrals to appropriate internal and external programs, ensuring timely follow-ups.
- Develop and implement service plans tailored to youth needs.
- Maintain accurate documentation in electronic records.
- Participate in team meetings, supervision, and collaborative agency programs.
Outreach Counselor Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Counseling, or Psychology (required).
- Experience working with at-risk youth and families.
- Familiarity with outreach programs.
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation with proof of insurance.
What We Offer:
- Comprehensive Benefits Package: Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and Short/Long-Term Disability options.
- Retirement Plan: 403(b) with eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness.
- Paid Time Off (PTO): Generous accruals to support work-life balance.
- Additional Perks: Mileage reimbursement (specific to this position).
_YOS is an E-verify participating employer.
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Youth Outreach Services is a drug-free workplace, and compliance with this policy is a condition of employment and continued employment.
Youth Outreach Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.