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.

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:

• Bachelor's degree required
• Master's degree preferred
• CADC certification required within 2 years of employment
• Familiarity with DSM-5 preferred
• Knowledge of chemical abuse and dependence diagnostic criteria
• Strong understanding of substance use disorders

Benefits, Full-time:

• Health, Dental, Vision
• Life Insurance
• Short/Long-Term Disability options
• 403(b) Retirement
• Paid Time off (PTO)
• Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness

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

COVID-19 Policy : In compliance with Illinois Executive Order, Youth Outreach Services is requiring all employees to be fully vaccinated against or an approved exemption. Approved exemptions will require weekly testing for COVID-19.