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Sun Behavioral Health Group
WINSTON SALEM, NC, USA

HCBS Residential House Counselor

Counselor / TherapistIncludes weekendsNo callPer Diem

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Job Description

  • Job Location: YOUTH HAVEN-FORSYTH CO WINSTON SALEM - WINSTON SALEM, NC
  • Position Type: PRN
  • Salary Range: Undisclosed
  • Job Shift: Any

Residential House Counselor – PRN & Part-Time Weekends Youth Haven Services – Winston-Salem, North Carolina Youth Haven Services is expanding its residential services in Winston-Salem, NC, and we are seeking dependable and compassionate PRN and Part-Time Weekend Residential House Counselors to join our team.

Our Residential Program serves clients in DSS custody and care who are in need of placement. The primary purpose of the home is to provide a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment while a long-term placement is secured. This is a PRN/as-needed, on-call position.

Individuals interested in PRN employment should have a flexible schedule and be available to work various shifts throughout the week, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays as needed. As for Part-Time Weekends, that would include shifts on Saturday and Sunday, from 3pm to 11pm.

If you are passionate about working with youth, providing support during times of transition, and helping create a safe and therapeutic environment for clients in our care, we encourage you to apply!

Position Summary The Residential House Counselor provides direct care and rehabilitative services to clients in the residential program.

This position provides behavioral modification interventions as outlined in each client's Person-Centered Plan and is responsible for promoting the overall safety, well-being, and welfare of clients. Essential Job Duties 1.

Skill Building – 35% Provide clients with skill-building activities, including independent living skills, socialization, adaptation, and symptom monitoring/management skills. Encourage clients to develop appropriate coping, communication, and daily living skills. 2.

Therapeutic & Behavioral Support – 35% Provide therapeutic mentoring, anger management, and social skills training. Implement behavioral modification interventions as approved and outlined in the client's Person-Centered Plan.

Review client information and Person-Centered Plans to understand each individual's needs, limitations, strengths, and goals. Promote a structured, supportive, and therapeutic environment. 3. Residential & Daily Living Responsibilities – 15% Maintain a clean, safe, and organized residential environment.

Complete shift cleaning, meal preparation, and bed checks. Transport clients as needed and necessary. Assist with daily routines and activities within the residential setting. 4.

Documentation & Records – 10% Complete documentation regarding client progress in accordance with program guidelines and within required timeframes. Maintain required client records and complete paperwork and other documentation as assigned. 5.

Other Duties – 5% Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned or required to support the residential program and the needs of clients.

Qualifications Education High School Diploma or equivalent required. Experience A minimum of two (2) years of documented experience working with the population served is preferred.

Experience working with children, adolescents, behavioral health, residential services, or other related human services settings is preferred. Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities The ideal candidate will demonstrate: Knowledge of community resources and support services.

Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to use basic computer programs, including word processing and Excel. Ability to utilize electronic documentation/e-notes systems. Strong organizational and prioritization skills. Flexibility and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

Ability to develop productive and professional relationships with clients, families, and team members. Ability to exercise sound judgment and make responsible decisions. Ability to take direction and demonstrate initiative. Ability to maintain appropriate professional boundaries.

Ability to work effectively as part of a team. Compassion, patience, dependability, and a commitment to supporting youth in a therapeutic environment.

Schedule PRN / As Needed / On-Call Must have flexibility to work various shifts throughout the week and weekends. Availability may include day, evening, overnight, weekend, and holiday shifts, based on program needs. PRN staff may be contacted to provide coverage when regular staff are unavailable, or additional staffing support is needed. Travel

Requirements

Services are primarily provided in the residential setting in Winston-Salem, NC. Employees may be required to transport clients as needed. Applicants must have: A valid driver's license. Proof of current automobile insurance. Reliable transportation as required for job duties.

Why Join Youth Haven Services? At Youth Haven Services, our mission is to support the healing and growth of children, adolescents, and families through empowerment and hope. As a Residential House Counselor, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of youth by providing structure, encouragement, safety, and therapeutic support during an important transition in their lives.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Youth Haven Services, LLC is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants.

Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Americans with Disabilities Act Applicants and employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations will be considered on an individual basis in accordance with applicable law.

Qualifications

Key Responsibilities

The Residential House Counselor provides direct care, rehabilitative services, and behavioral modification interventions to youth in a residential setting. They are responsible for maintaining a safe, clean, and therapeutic environment while documenting client progress and daily activities.

Requirements

Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent and are preferred to have at least two years of experience working with youth or in behavioral health settings. A valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and proof of automobile insurance are required for the role.

Qualifications

Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Crisis interventionConflict resolutionSafety monitoringRecord keepingTime managementAdaptabilityTeamwork

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates HCBS Residential House Counselor at Sun Behavioral Health Group a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 35% of all counselor listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include no on-call duties.

Counselor Career Context

Of the 50 active Counselor listings this role was benchmarked against, 50% are remote, 42% have no call, 52% require no weekends.

Counselor pay on WeekdayDoc is down 1.8% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).

Counselor by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed paynot listedCounselor median $76k (middle half $65k–$80k)14 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost of livingNorth Carolina index 94.3US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Counselor listings in North Carolina487 active13,363 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 50% remote · 42% no call · 52% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedNorth Carolina Counselor listings: 13% state a sign-on bonus (median $5k) · 16% offer loan repayment487 active listings, Nov 2026
Counselor pay trend−1.8% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

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Work-life snapshot

6.4/ 10
Listing-based score
  • No call
  • Includes weekends

Living in Winston-Salem

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$260k
Typical market rent
$1,478/mo
Residents’ average commute
22 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
92.0
State income tax
Up to 4.8%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Winston-Salem, NC metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.