Stars Behavioral Health Group·Bakersfield, California
The Youth Counselor is responsible for supervising and caring for adolescent clients in a psychiatric facility to ensure their safety and well-being. They assist with daily living skills, facilitate group activities, and participate in treatment team meetings to support individualized care plans.
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Job Title: Full-Time Youth Counselor Division/Program: Kern Psychiatric Health Facility Starting Compensation: 21.00 - 27.01 USD Per Hour Working Location: Bakersfield, CA Working Hours/Shift: Sunday, Monday & Tuesday, AM: 6am to 630pm
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 children or adults with serious mental health needs. Inpatient experience is preferred, and higher-level counselor roles require additional experience or relevant degrees.
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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