Group Life Counselor

Renacer is hiring for a Group Life Counselor I, II, and III roles. These are mid-level, entry-friendly roles, and the perfect launchpad for college students and young professionals pursuing careers in youth substance use disorders, psychology, social work, criminal justice, or human services. 

Who Are We?

We provide 24/7 residential care for male teens and transitional-age youth (ages 13–20) overcoming substance use disorders and mental health challenges.

We proudly serve patients from across the state of Washington from a wide variety of experiences and backgrounds. 

What We Offer

Flexible Scheduling: We operate 24/7 and will actively work around your class schedule. 

Competitive Benefits: We offer competitive, high-quality health, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) retirement account; generous Paid-Time off; and more!

Educational Hours: Renacer offers supervised experience hours required for your Substance Use Disorder Professional Trainee (SUDPT) certification. 

Gain Multi-Disciplinary Experience: Work directly alongside licensed clinical staff and healthcare professionals. 

Paid Social Services Internship Opportunity: Turn your current employment hours into official internship credits! We partner with your academic institution to convert your work time into a qualifying, paid social services internship. Earn a competitive wage while fulfilling your university graduation requirements. 

Internship Partnership: We collaborate with your academic advisor to convert your paid work hours into qualifying school practicum credits.

SUDPT Hours: Earn the clinical supervised experience hours required for your Substance Use Disorder Professional Trainee (SUDPT) certification.

Tuition Support: Access Sea Mar educational and training funds after one year of continuous employment.

Long-Term Career Growth: This entry-friendly, mid-level track offers direct paths into the broader Sea Mar healthcare network of over 60 locations in various fields. Gain immediate exposure to clinical case management, therapeutic interventions, and healthcare operations. 

Professional Development Opportunities: Your professional development is the key to our success. We offer role-specific trainings throughout the year and can work with you to find additional development opportunities throughout your continued employment 

What Will You Do?

You will be a vital part of our multi-disciplinary treatment team, providing hands-on mentorship and care:

Trauma informed Milieu Management: Monitor day-to-day activities and guide youth through their daily schedules. 

Activity Support: Chaperone recreational outings, community activities, and assist during transition times.

Mentorship: Provide hands-on guidance and positive role-modeling for vulnerable youth.

Community Development: You will work alongside our team to enrich the lives of our patients by exemplifying and teaching community-development skills.

What We Are Looking For

Cultural Humility: We serve youth from a wide variety of backgrounds, ethnicities, cultures, and religions. and do not deny admission based on criminal history, disruptive behaviors, or mental health diagnoses.

Empathetic Approach: A non-judgmental attitude and open mind toward individual and group needs and behaviors. 

Direct Care Foundations:A moderate-to-complete understanding of group care, youth supervision, or milieu management is preferred. 

Adaptability: Ability to perform other supportive duties as assigned by supervisors to support our patients and keep our facility running smoothly. 

Teachability: We are looking for individuals ready to take on new information and grow with our team. When you succeed, we succeed, so we will work with you to ensure you are growing and learning in your role.