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Residential Youth Counselor

  • Driver's license

Open in 2 locations

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Alaska

2 open

About the job

Presbyterian Hospitality House (PHH), Alaska's leading adolescent residential treatment program, is looking for a Residential Youth Counselor/Assistant Teaching Parent to join our team at our Wasilla, Alaska location.

We are seeking an emotionally healthy individual with:

  • Common sense
  • A good sense of humor
  • The ability to counsel youth, teach them social skills, and help them improve academically.

Please understand, THIS IS A GROUP HOME WITH 5 YOUTH, NOT AN ACADEMIC CLASSROOM ENVIRONMENT.

Inspired self-starters with a degree or relevant life experience are strongly encouraged to apply.

Hiring Requirements

  • Must be able to pass a background check.
  • Must have a valid driver's license and proof of current auto insurance.
  • Be at least 21 years of age.

Benefits

  • Health care – Comprehensive coverage for you and your family.
  • Employer paid life insurance.
  • 401K – Secure your future with our competitive retirement benefits with a 6% employer match of your annual salary after 6 months of service.
  • Accrued and Mental Health Leave – Your well-being is our priority. Enjoy a generous leave package and additional time off specifically for mental wellness.
  • Paid College Tuition: Committed to your growth, you may qualify for tuition reimbursement in a related field after five years of dedicated service.
  • Training Opportunities: Stay at the forefront of your profession with continuous learning options to further your career and education after one year of service.
  • Employment with PHH may qualify you for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
  • Competitive salary

Learn more at https://www.phhalaska.org/

PHH is a Drug/Smoke/Alcohol/Violence free workplace.

Alaskan Natives are encouraged to apply.

We are an equal opportunity employer and consider all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.

From Presbyterian Hospitality House's job posting for Wasilla, AK, checked 4 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.

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