Haven House Associate Counselor & Overnight (QTR04.12)
Listed compensation
$21.12-$27.08/hr
The week · per this posting
Ask the employer about the work setting, weekend coverage and time off.
Job Description
Community Youth Services is seeking dedicated Associate Counselors for the Haven House program, offering a supportive role for youth ages 12–17. This dynamic position involves filling in for Residential Counselors, ensuring a safe environment, and aiding in the personal development of at-risk youth. Currently seeking individuals interested in overnight shifts but all are welcome to apply.
- Competitive Pay: $21.12 to 27.08 per hour DOE
- Flexible Scheduling: On-call positions available for dynamic shift coverage.
- Rewarding Work: Help shape the future of at-risk youth by providing essential guidance and support.
Qualifications
- At least 21 years old.
- Two years of education or experience in social sciences or related fields.
- Valid TB test results or the ability to obtain them within 30 days of employment.
Responsibilities
- Create a nurturing environment to minimize crisis behavior.
- Offer guidance and counseling to maintain safe behavior.
- Plan and prepare nutritious meals.
- Coordinate daily activities and provide structured support.
- Conduct intake assessments and behavioral observations.
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
- Act as a crisis liaison and provide community resource information.
This position is more than a job; it’s a chance to empower youth and contribute to their journey towards a brighter future. If you’re ready to take on this fulfilling role, apply now and join us in steering young lives towards success and stability.
Apply Today and Help Us Make a Difference!
How to Apply: Please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your experience and passion for working with youth. We look forward to hearing from you!
Agency Qualifications
Successfully clear a thorough background check with no history of causing harm, particularly to children or vulnerable adults.
- Maintain a clean criminal record, demonstrating professional and personal integrity.
- Hold a valid Washington State Driver's License with at least five years of driving experience and a good driving record for the past three years.
- Provide proof of auto insurance with coverage of $100,000 or more.
- Show cultural sensitivity and the ability to respond to the diverse needs of the organization’s community.
- Acquire CPR/1st Aid/Bloodborne Pathogen certification within 30 days of employment (required before starting some positions).
- Possess strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively within a team.
Community Youth Services is an equal-opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Haven House Associate Counselor & Overnight (QTR04.12) at Community Youth Services a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Counseling — ranked against 13,788 active Counseling listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties.
Youth Counseling — Counselor Career Context
Of the 50 active Counselor listings this role was benchmarked against, 36% are remote, 20% have no call, 68% require no weekends.
Counselor pay on WeekdayDoc is up 2.8% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
The cost-of-living index for Washington is 107.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$50k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $47k in an average-cost state. 59.8% of Washington clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Location & Logistics
Washington has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$50k midpoint, that is roughly $2k–$4k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
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