Milieu Counselor (Youth Care Worker)
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Job Description
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible
This position qualifies for federal student loan forgiveness. After 10 years of qualifying payments while working full-time for a nonprofit employer, the remaining balance on your Direct Loans may be forgiven.
About the Role
Join Morrison Child and Family Services as a Milieu Counselor – Youth Care, Full Time in United States. Job Title: Milieu Counselor - Long Term Group Home FLSA: Non Exempt/Hourly Job Type: Full Time Location: Portland, Oregon Department: ORR Long Term Group Home Reports To: Milieu Supervisor Salary: $20.28/hr.
Key Responsibilities
- services, and training related to workplace effectiveness; model professional behaviors and implement improvements to business practices with awareness of their impact in a trauma
Requirements
- hour shelter for male and female minors between the ages of 14
- 17. The program works with adolescents in a residential facility. The Youth Care Worker/Milieu Counselor (MC) provides direct supervision of youth in care and always maintains effective line
- sight supervision. MC assists with vocational and daily living skills and is involved in working one
- services, and training related to workplace effectiveness; model professional behaviors and implement improvements to business practices with awareness of their impact in a trauma
Benefits & Compensation
- Salary: $20.28 - $24.36/hr
- PSLF eligible (Public Service Loan Forgiveness).
Work Schedule
- Full-Time position.
- Weekend coverage may be required.
This position offers student loan benefits. Work with Morrison Child and Family Services in United States.
Key Skills
Position Insights
Work-Life Balance Overview
This Milieu Counselor (Youth Care Worker) position at Morrison Child and Family Services includes the following lifestyle factors: no on-call duties. Candidates should review the full job details to assess overall work-life fit.
Clinical Psychology — Physician Career Context
This Clinical Psychology position at Morrison Child and Family Services is open to physician candidates.
Physicians (MD/DO) are in high demand across healthcare settings, with growing interest in positions that offer sustainable schedules and reduced administrative burden.
Nationally, Clinical Psychology professionals earn a median annual salary of approximately $95k, with the typical range spanning $70k to $140k depending on experience, location, and practice setting.
Compensation Analysis
This employer qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Eligible clinicians can have their remaining federal student loan balance forgiven after 120 qualifying monthly payments (10 years). For physicians and advanced practice providers carrying significant educational debt, PSLF eligibility can represent hundreds of thousands of dollars in long-term financial benefit.
This position also offers production-based compensation: $100000 per hourly. Production bonuses can significantly increase total earnings above the stated base salary range.
Location & Logistics
This position is based in Portland, Oregon.
Why This Position Stands Out
- No on-call requirements — clinicians are completely off-duty after hours
- Transparent compensation ($100k–$100k)
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible
Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits
Key skills and qualifications: Direct Care Supervision, Trauma-Informed Care, Behavior Management, De-escalation, Physical Restraints, Medication Administration, Documentation, Group Leadership. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Clinical Psychology role.
Core responsibilities: The Milieu Counselor provides direct care supervision and maintains a safe, supportive environment for Unaccompanied Children aged 14-17 in a 24-hour residential shelter, adhering to ORR licensing and agency standards. Responsibilities include supervising youth activities, assisting with daily livin...
Benefits package: Medical Insurance, Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employer-Paid Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability, Employee Assistance Program. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.
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Benefits & Perks
Protective Factors (2)
No on-call (β=6.95; p<0.001 for ↓ exhaustion)
Supportive environment (Culture alignment key)
Interpretation: Position shows moderate burnout protection with 2 validated protective factors.
Job Details
Employment Type
Full-time
Posted
1mo ago
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