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Youth Residential Counselor

South HollandOn site36 hours/week<3months

Together with other residential counselors and youth workers, you guide young people aged 13 to 18 in their personal development, independence, and undertaking activities. The young people receive 24/7 guidance so that from the age of 18, they can live independently in a reception center, their country of origin, or their own home.

What you do

  • Organize (group) activities with the young people, such as cooking, sports, or creative activities.
  • Act as a shadow mentor for complex cases when necessary.
  • Conduct methodical discussions with the young people.
  • Perform room checks and provide information.
  • Work closely in morning, afternoon, and night shifts.
  • Participate in regular meetings and intervision discussions to ensure quality.

What they ask

  • Be empathetic without losing professional distance and be clear in setting boundaries.
  • Hold at least a completed MBO level 4 diploma in an agogic field (e.g., Social Work, Personal counselor social care, Counselor specific target groups, or Pedagogical employee).
  • Have at least 2 years of relevant work experience.
  • Knowledge of methodical guidance and intercultural communication.
  • Be resilient, social, collegial, and reliable.
  • Be available for day, evening, night, and weekend shifts (night shifts are always wake-up shifts). This is a strict requirement.
  • Always work with at least one other colleague.

Practical

  • You will work in an environment where you make an impact and can truly make a difference for young people.
  • A versatile set of tasks with ample room for your own interpretation.
  • Opportunity for personal growth with a career budget for training or education.
  • Pre-employment screening includes a Certificate of Conduct (VOG), diploma and certificate verification, and an identity check.
  • The organization adheres to the core values of Humane, Together, Open, and Results-oriented.
  • Diversity and inclusion are important, with equal opportunities for all colleagues.
  • This position is offered on an employment contract basis, not for freelancers.

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