Job detail
DIRECT CARE - Independence-PART TIME
Four Oaks Family & Children Services
FULL_TIME
Posted 4/7/2026
Location
Independence, Iowa
Salary
$19 - $22 / HOUR
Core responsibilities
The youth counselor provides direct care, supervision, and behavioral support to male youth aged 12-17. Responsibilities include implementing treatment plans, de-Escalating conflicts, and maintaining accurate documentation of services.
Requirements summary
Candidates must be at least 21 years old and possess a high school diploma or ged. A bachelor's degree in a human services field is preferred, along with prior experience working with children in a school or mental health setting.
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Benefits
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Medical insurance
- Paid holidays
- 401k retirement plan
- Sign-on bonus
- Paid leave time