Relief Residential Counselor (part-time/as-needed) – Second Story for Teens in Crisis

Second Story for Teens in Crisis is an adolescent group home located in Vienna, VA. We are looking for individuals of all experience levels to join our team as part-time, as-needed Relief Residential Counselors. This is an excellent introduction to case management and crisis counseling in the mental health/social services field. Ideal candidates will be reliable, compassionate, and culturally competent with strong communication, problem-solving, and conflict resolution skills.

Responsibilities:

· Support residents through the daily house schedule
· Conduct individual and group counseling sessions
· Maintain a safe, secure, and healthy living environment
· Provide case management, such as case notes
· Answer crisis hotline calls
· Conduct intakes and discharges

Schedule:

· We are open 24/7, so open shifts can include weekday/weekend mornings, afternoons, and evenings, plus overnights. You sign up for the shifts you’re available for. Currently, we are prioritizing candidates with availability on weekday evenings, weekends (all day), and overnights (11pm-9am).

Qualifications:

· REQUIRED: Must have a bachelor’s degree (preferably in psychology, social work, human services, or a related field)
· REQUIRED: Must be willing to undergo a background investigation prior to employment and become certified in CPR/First Aid
· PREFERRED: Ability to speak Spanish
· PREFERRED: Prior experience in the mental health field, especially with teens

Salary: $20 per hour (or $21 per hour for candidates fully fluent in Spanish)

Second Story is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the workplace and does not discriminate based on age, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, disability, or any other non-merit factor. Individuals from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Send resume and (optional) cover letter to: SSTC-resumes@second-story.org.

Need Help?

If you need help right away, our 24/7 hotline provides support and referrals to services in the Washington DC metro area.
Call 1-800-SAY-TEEN or text “TEENHELP” to 855-11

Your Impact

We make every dollar count. The direct support of young people, their families and their communities, is our first priority. Here are examples of how your donation may be used.

$20,000

  • Three high school students experiencing homelessness receive a full year of rental assistance and support services so they can remain in school and graduate with their class.

$1,000

  • One teenager receives a safe haven, warm bed, food, and round-the-clock support for five nights at Second Story for Teens in Crisis, or
  • Eight months of therapy for a young woman in the Second Story for Young Mothers program.

$500

  • One teen receives daily counseling during a three-week stay at Second Story for Teens in Crisis, or
  • Twenty counseling sessions for the children and teens who are at-risk and participating in our after-school programs.

$100

  • Three teens receive a therapy session at Second Story for Teens in Crisis, or
  • Two weeks of food for a young mother and her child at Second Story for Young Mothers.

Thank you for your support!