Assessment Counselor

Position :   Assessment Counselor

Department :  Juvenile Justice

Location :  Illinois Youth Center (IYC) - St. Charles, IL

Address :   St. Charles, IL 60175

Schedule :  Monday-Friday, 8 : 00 AM - 4 : 00 PM -  Some weekends needed.

Salary : $47,000 - $58,000 (based on experience & qualifications)

Position Overview

We are looking for a dedicated  Assessment Counselor  to join our team at the Illinois Youth Center. This role involves providing intake screenings, assessments, and support services to youth admitted to the Reception and Classification Units within the Department of Juvenile Justice.

Key Responsibilities :

• Conduct intake assessments and screenings for youth entering the Reception and Classification Unit, as well as additional youth as assigned
• Participate in case consultation and planning sessions
• Collaborate in multi-disciplinary staff meetings
• Facilitate referrals and discharge recommendations
• Lead educational and therapeutic group sessions for youth
• Maintain accurate documentation for assessments, screenings, and group activities
• Provide case management and coordination
• Contribute to staff development and growth initiatives

Qualifications :

Benefits, Full-time :

We welcome all applicants, including retirees, recent graduates, and students. If you have a passion for working with youth and meet all the qualifications, we encourage you to apply!

Youth Outreach Services is a drug-free workplace, and compliance with this policy is a condition of employment and continued employment