Behavioral Health Counselor - PRTF - PT 3rd shift - 12am-8am

Counselor

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Job Description

Job DetailsJob Location: Charlotte, NC 28211Job Shift: 3rd shiftJoin Our Team as a Behavioral Health Counselor Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of children? Do you thrive in a supportive and inclusive work environment? If so, we want you to be part of our team.

Get to know Alexander Alexander Youth Network is passionate about helping children overcome their mental health challenges. Our teams are committed to creating an environment that empowers every individual to thrive and make a difference.

We offer career development opportunities, mentorship and coaching, and pathways for advancement. Our teammates enjoy amazing benefits including tuition reimbursement, tuition assistance, 401K, paid time off, and a comprehensive health plan that prioritizes your well-being.

What You’ll Do: As a Behavioral Health Counselor in our Psychiatric Residential Treatment Facility (PRTF), you will play a vital role in providing comprehensive care and support to our clients.

Your main responsibilities will include coordinating and monitoring various direct care activities for clients in residential and group home settings, ensuring adherence to the NMT model for consistent and appropriate therapeutic activities, clinical interventions, staffing, and treatment planning.

You will also be responsible for maintaining a clean and safe environment for our clients and ensuring the residential facilities are well-maintained. A full job description can be provided to interested/qualified candidates.

Qualifications

Education and Experience High school diploma is required. B.A./B.S. in a related human service field is preferred. Four years of experience in Mental Health is preferred. Must have a valid NC driver’s license

Key Responsibilities

The Behavioral Health Counselor provides comprehensive care and support to children in a residential treatment facility. Responsibilities include coordinating direct care activities, implementing clinical interventions, and maintaining a safe, therapeutic environment.

Requirements

A high school diploma is required, while a bachelor's degree in a human service field is preferred. Candidates should have approximately four years of experience in mental health and possess a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

Education
Bachelor degree
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Behavioral health counselingResidential careMental health supportCrisis managementClient monitoringSafety compliance

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Behavioral Health Counselor - PRTF - PT 3rd shift - 12am-8am at ALEXANDER YOUTH NETWORK a 6.6 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% in General Medicine (Counseling) — ranked against 62 active General Medicine (Counseling) listings on WeekdayDoc.

General Medicine — Counselor Career Context

Of the 50 active General Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 56% are remote, 38% have no call, 66% require no weekends.

General Medicine pay on WeekdayDoc is up 4.1% vs. the prior quarter (through May 2026).

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401k / retirement match
96% this job
Sign-on bonus
46%
CME allowance
31%
Loan repayment
15%
PSLF eligible
15%

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About Alexander Youth Network

Mental Health Care
Charlotte, North Carolina
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Tuition reimbursement
Tuition assistance
401k
Paid time off
Comprehensive health plan