Stars Behavioral Health Group·Bakersfield, California
The Youth Counselor is responsible for supervising and caring for adolescent clients in an inpatient psychiatric setting to ensure their safety and well-being. They assist with daily living skills, facilitate therapeutic programs, and maintain accurate documentation of client behaviors and activities.
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Job Title: Youth Counselor Division/Program: Kern Psychiatric Health Facility Starting Compensation: 21.00 - 27.01 USD Per Hour Working Location: Bakersfield, CA Working Hours/Shift: Mon-Wed 6:00pm-6:30am
Offering a salary that matches your skills and experience.
Generous
Time
Off: Enjoy ample vacation and holiday pay.
Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage. Additional voluntary benefits to support your lifestyle.
On-the-job training with access to paid CEU opportunities. Career development programs designed to help you grow. Supervision for BBS hours for AMFT, ACSW, and APCC professionals (where applicable).
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Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent and at least one year of experience working with individuals with serious mental health needs. Inpatient experience is preferred, and higher education levels may reduce the required years of experience.
Market context
In California, behavioral-health roles tied to substance use disorder counseling and case management are typically supported by ongoing community and treatment-program demand. These positions are competitive because employers often look for a high school diploma, at least 2 years of SUD counseling or case management experience, and current Registered or Certified Drug and Alcohol Counselor status. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit and note that professional development and paid continuing education are listed as benefits.
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