Youth Detention Counselor Salary in Louisville, CO

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How much does a Youth Detention Counselor make in Louisville, CO? The average Youth Detention Counselor salary in Louisville, CO is $49,159 as of August 27, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $43,693 and $55,816. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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What is a Youth Detention Counselor?

A Youth Detention Counselor is responsible for providing guidance, support, and supervision to young individuals who have been placed in a detention facility. They work to create a safe and structured environment for the youth, while also helping them to address and overcome their behavioral and emotional challenges. Youth Detention Counselors develop and implement individualized treatment plans, provide counseling and support services, and work closely with other professionals to ensure the well-being and rehabilitation of the youth in their care. They also serve as positive role models and mentors, helping the youth to develop the skills and mindset needed to make positive changes in their lives.

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What does a Youth Detention Counselor do?

Common responsibilities of a Youth Detention Counselor

Provide counseling and support to youth to address behavioral and emotional issues.

September 09, 2023

Coordinate and facilitate educational and recreational activities for youth in detention.

September 21, 2023

Communicate with families and guardians of youth to provide updates on their progress and involve them in the treatment process.

September 21, 2023

Enforce rules and regulations within the detention facility to maintain safety and security.

September 28, 2023

Develop and implement individualized treatment plans for youth in detention.

October 19, 2023

Collaborate with other professionals, such as social workers and probation officers, to develop comprehensive treatment plans for youth.

October 24, 2023

Document and maintain records of youth behavior, progress, and treatment interventions.

October 24, 2023

Conduct regular assessments and evaluations of youth to monitor their progress and adjust treatment plans as needed.

November 09, 2023

Supervise and monitor the behavior and activities of youth in detention facilities.

November 13, 2023

Participate in training and professional development to stay current on best practices in youth detention and counseling.

November 15, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Youth Detention Counselor in Louisville, CO

Average Base Salary

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43693

55816

49159

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

44459

57161

50063

What is the average salary for Youth Detention Counselor in 2024?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Youth Detention Counselor in Louisville, CO. The base salary for Youth Detention Counselor ranges from $43,693 to $55,816 with the average base salary of $49,159. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $44,459 to $57,161 with the average total cash compensation of $50,063.

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	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$49,159	$43,693 - $55,816
Bonus	$904	$766 - $1,345
Total Pay	$50,063	$44,459 - $57,161

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Youth Detention Counselor Salary Near Louisville, CO

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Louisville, CO
CITY, STATE Boulder, CO	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $42,710 - $54,560	COMPARE TO Louisville, CO
CITY, STATE Broomfield, CO	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $42,395 - $54,158	COMPARE TO Louisville, CO
CITY, STATE Arvada, CO	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $42,331 - $54,076	COMPARE TO Louisville, CO
CITY, STATE Loveland, CO	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $40,797 - $52,116	COMPARE TO Louisville, CO
CITY, STATE Westminster, CO	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $42,331 - $54,076	COMPARE TO Louisville, CO
CITY, STATE Denver, CO	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $42,331 - $54,076	COMPARE TO Louisville, CO

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About Louisville, Colorado

Louisville (/ˈluːɪsvɪl/) is a home rule municipality in Boulder County, Colorado, United States. The city population was 18,376 at the 2010 United States Census. Louisville began as a rough mining community in 1877, suffered through a period of extraordinary labor violence early in the 20th century, and then, when the mines closed in the 1950s, made a transition to a suburban residential community. CNN/Money and Money magazine have consistently listed Louisville as one of the 100 best places to live in the United States, ranking it among the top 100 in 2007, 2009 2011, 2013, 2015, and 2017. L...

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