Job detail
Residential Counselor (DEGREE)
UHS
FULL_TIME
Posted 4/22/2026
Location
Portsmouth, Virginia
Core responsibilities
The residential counselor develops therapeutic relationships and provides guidance and supervision to youth in a residential treatment setting. They are responsible for implementing individual treatment plans, maintaining facility safety, and documenting resident behaviors.
Requirements summary
Candidates must be at least 21 years old and possess a high school diploma or equivalent, with a bachelor's degree in psychology or a related field preferred. A valid driver's license is required, and experience working with children in a residential or psychiatric setting is preferred.
high schoolbachelor degreeDocumentationSupervisionConflict resolutionActive listeningTeam collaborationCrisis interventionPositive reinforcementSafety monitoringDe-escalation techniquesDaily living skills instructionBehavioral managementRole modelingLimit settingBehavioral reporting
Benefits
- Dental Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Vision Insurance
- Medical Insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
- Prescription Drug Plans
- Career development opportunities
- Discounted stock plan