Job Details

We are passionate about what we do and delight in providing excellent programs that make permanent, positive changes in the lives of those we serve. Our programs are designed to equip our clients with the vision, motivation, life skills, education, and self-discipline necessary to lead a successful life.

Do you want to make a difference in the lives of our youth? Do you want a supportive work environment? Do you want to be part of leading a youth and young adults to personal victory and success?

Mingus Mountain Academy, has immediate openings for Youth Counselors. Mingus Mountain Academy is a residential treatment center for emotionally and behaviorally at-risk adolescent girls that helps them achieve a positive, healthy future. Founded in 1985, the Academy is located on a 120-acre campus surrounded by National Forest, 25 minutes from the town of Prescott Valley, Arizona. Our program combines a positive culture, caring staff, careful medical treatment, individualized psychotherapy and education, and numerous activities, including our unique equestrian program

$500 sign-on bonus!!!!!!

The Job

We are seeking talented individuals to help drive the success of youth in our communities. As a Youth Counselor you will provide direct supervision to adolescents. You will serve as a role model and provide support and structure to the residents in our care.

Snapshot of Daily Duties

• Maintain safety, accountability and security of campus.
• Teach, coach and supervise students in activities of daily living including morning, bedtime and overnight procedures, hygiene and cleanliness, housekeeping, meals, intramurals, sports, academics, and extracurricular activities both on and off campus.
• Observe the peer culture for patterns of behavior indicating progress or regression in the program.
• Observe individual student behavior over time and recognize progress towards treatment goals.
• Effectively communicate, both written and orally.
• Follow and implement individual treatment plans for all students.
• Recognize escalating behaviors and intervene at the appropriate level to ensure safety and security.

The Must Haves

• Minimum of a high school diploma or GED is required
• Over the age of 21
• Maturity, empathy and patience
• The ideal candidate must have the ability to adjust to a fast-paced environment and follow proper protocols

The Perks:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance after 30 days
• Company provided Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Company provided AD&D insurance
• Flexible Spending program
• 401K after sixty days
• Paid time off
• Employee Assistance Programs
• DailyPay - A company sponsored benefit that allows employees to access a portion of their base wages in advance of their payday.

Do you have what it takes? Apply Now
Sequel Youth & Family Services is an Equal Opportunity and Veteran Friendly employer.