In Home Counselor - Des Moines/ North Lee County

In-Home Youth Counselor – Empower Youth. Strengthen Families. Change Lives.

More Than a Job. A Chance to Make a Difference Where It Matters Most!

Are you passionate about helping young people overcome challenges, make positive choices, and build brighter futures? Do you enjoy mentoring youth, supporting families, and being a positive influence in your community?

Four Oaks is looking for a compassionate, motivated, and dedicated In-Home Youth Counselor to join our team serving Des Moines County and northern Lee County!

As an In-Home Youth Counselor, you'll work directly with youth involved with Juvenile Court Services (JCS) who are transitioning back into their communities from residential treatment or the State Training School, or who may be at risk of entering these placements.

You'll play an important role in helping youth develop positive behaviors, strengthen decision-making skills, and build healthier relationships while providing guidance and support to their families.

At Four Oaks, we believe every young person deserves the opportunity to succeed, and sometimes all it takes is someone who believes in their potential!

What You'll Do

Mentor Youth. Build Connections. Inspire Positive Change.

- Make a Lasting Impact: Provide individualized support, supervision, and mentoring to youth as they navigate challenges and work toward positive outcomes.

- Meet Youth Where They Are: Work directly with youth and families in their homes and communities, building trusting relationships and providing consistent encouragement.

- Create a Plan for Success: Collaborate with youth, families, referral sources, and placement agencies to develop and implement individualized Situational Plans and Family Support Plans.

- Be a Positive Role Model: Help youth develop accountability, responsibility, problem-solving skills, and healthier decision-making habits.

- Turn Challenges into Opportunities: Use everyday situations to teach positive behaviors, emotional regulation, and effective coping strategies.

- Promote Accountability: Help youth understand and follow the expectations of their supervision or probation agreements while encouraging personal growth.

- Support Behavioral Growth: Utilize Thinking Errors and Anger Controls models to help youth recognize behavior patterns, manage emotions, and make positive choices.

- Strengthen Family Relationships: Provide mentoring, guidance, and ongoing communication to help families support their youth's progress.

- Stay Connected: Maintain regular telephone and face-to-face contact with youth and families to monitor progress, address concerns, and celebrate successes.

- Work Together for Better Outcomes: Collaborate with Juvenile Court Services, schools, community partners, and referring professionals to coordinate services and support.

- Monitor Progress: Assess youth behavior, identify risk factors and strengths, and adjust interventions based on individual needs and team feedback.

- Communicate with Purpose: Provide timely updates, written reports, and testimony when required regarding youth progress, behavior, and supervision.

Why Your Work Matters

Every Young Person Deserves a Second Chance and Someone Who Believes in Them!

For youth navigating the juvenile justice system, having the right guidance and support can make a lasting difference.

As an In-Home Youth Counselor, you'll help youth:

- Build confidence and develop healthier decision-making skills.

- Strengthen relationships with family members and positive community supports.

- Learn accountability and understand the impact of their choices.

- Develop emotional regulation and problem-solving skills.

- Successfully transition back into their homes and communities.

- Work toward greater stability and reduce the risk of future placement.

Your work helps youth recognize their potential, overcome obstacles, and take meaningful steps toward a brighter future.

Why Choose Four Oaks?

Because the Work You Do Matters, and So Do You!

At Four Oaks, we believe in supporting the professionals who dedicate their careers to helping children and families succeed.

We value compassion, teamwork, professional growth, and creating an environment where employees feel supported, appreciated, and empowered to make a difference.

As part of the Four Oaks team, you'll have the opportunity to:

- Make a Meaningful Impact: Help youth and families create positive, lasting changes in their lives.

- Build Your Career: Gain valuable experience in juvenile justice, youth development, family support, and community-based services.

- Work with a Purpose: Be part of a mission-driven organization committed to strengthening children, families, and communities.

- Grow Professionally: Develop your skills through collaboration, training, and opportunities for career advancement.

- Be Part of a Supportive Team: Work alongside dedicated professionals who share your passion for helping youth succeed.

Ready to Make a Difference in a Young Person's Life?

If you're compassionate, patient, resourceful, and passionate about helping youth overcome challenges and reach their potential, we want to hear from you!

At Four Oaks, you're not just providing supervision and support. You're helping young people build confidence, take accountability for their choices, and create opportunities for a better tomorrow.

Apply Today and Become a Four Oaks Difference Maker!

Qualifications

What you need:

A Bachelors Degree in Social Work from an accredited college or university OR Bachelors Degree in related field plus two years of human service related experience is required.