Relief Residential Counselor

Justice Resource Institute•Thompson, CT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

River’s Edge Group Home is a therapeutic group home in Thompson, Connecticut, serving adolescent girls ages 13–20 who may have behavioral, mental health, and cognitive challenges. Relief Residential Counselors support young adults’ development and growth by providing direct care, creative engagement, and a safe, structured environment. The program provides twenty-four-hour supervision and direct care while maintaining consistent routines and supporting safety and regulation. This is a per diem position. Overtime may be mandated at times due to the needs of the program and youth served.

Requirements

Must be 21 years or older.
High school diploma required.
Valid driver’s license required.
Background and driving record checks will be performed.

Nice To Haves

Some college education preferred.
Experience in a group home, residential program, or mental health facility preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform direct care responsibilities within the group home.
Directly supervise students while maintaining safety and security procedures established by agency and program policies and procedures.
Model appropriate professional behavior for staff and students in the group home setting.
Handle special projects assigned by the Administrative Team or its designee.
Learn and provide physical interventions and verbal de-escalation to support a safe therapeutic environment.

Benefits

$2,000 bilingual bonus for new hires who fluently speak and use a second language other than English to serve clients.
Reimbursement for registration costs and annual fees for professional licenses required for work.
Blue Cross medical benefits.
Delta Dental benefits.
401(k) with employer match up to $800 per year.
Pension after five years of employment.
Tuition reimbursement up to almost $4,000 per year.
Discounted tuition rates at select partner colleges and universities.
Wellness benefits, including employee engagement groups, self-care resources, and an Employee Assistance Program.
Paid time off of up to 19 days in the first year for full-time employees.