Residential Counselors/Youth Mentors

Culture

Eliada is a non-profit helping children and young adults succeed since 1903. From foster care and residential treatment to housing support and vocational training, we provide youth with the tools they need to thrive. Every role at Eliada—whether direct care, counseling, education, or support services—makes a real difference.

We are seeking dedicated Residential Counselors / Youth Mentors to support students in our residential treatment program during 2nd shift hours. This role is ideal for individuals with experience in youth mentoring, direct care, behavioral health, or counseling who are passionate about helping young people succeed.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure student safety through active supervision, monitoring, and engagement.
  
• Support students emotionally and environmentally by following individualized treatment plans.
  
• Apply the agency’s crisis intervention model, including safe physical restraint techniques if absolutely necessary.
  
• Attend weekly team meetings with Cottage Manager and program clinician to review student progress, group dynamics, and areas of growth.
  
• Complete pre-shift planning and follow established schedules for meals, laundry, and evening routines.
  
• Participate in post-shift debriefings to share updates and ensure smooth transitions.
  
• Maintain required mental health and program documentation within compliance standards (training provided).
  
• Communicate effectively with guardians, residential staff, and other agency professionals.
  
• Build supportive relationships with students to promote self-awareness, personal growth, and lasting change.
  
• Facilitate student processing sessions under the agency’s therapeutic model.
  
• Safely transport students between locations using an agency vehicle, as needed.
  

Why Join Us?

• Meaningful work as a Youth Mentor / Residential Counselor in a supportive, mission-driven environment.
  
• Comprehensive training in crisis intervention, behavioral health, and youth development.
  
• Be part of a collaborative team making a difference every day.

• At least 21 years old
• Authorized to work in the US without sponsorship
• High School Diploma or GED
• Agree to a Background Screening and Drug Test upon hire
• Possess a valid NC Drivers License

Equal Opportunity Employer

Eliada Homes provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Disclaimer Clause:

Job descriptions are not intended and should not be construed to be exhaustive lists of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with this job. They are meant to be accurate reflections of the principal job elements essential for making fair pay decisions. This position description is not intended as a contract. A Letter of Employment confirms employment. North Carolina is an at-will employment state and Eliada is an at-will employer.