Residential Counselor

HELIX HUMAN SERVICES INC•Springfield, MA

45d

About The Position

The Residential Counselor serves as a therapeutic agent to young children and adolescents with social, emotional, and behavioral needs, at both of our residential programs. Under the direction of the Program Manager and/or members of leadership team, Clinician, Assistant Program Manager, and Clinical Case Manager, the residential counselor is responsible for directly working with the youth to create, implement, develop, and maintain a strong and supportive and trauma informed relationship. In addition, The Residential Counselor is responsible for directly engaging the youth in daily activities, working in groups, and implementing the daily routine. As a member of the interdisciplinary treatment team, the Residential Counselor will collaborate with the clinical staff to ensure the objectives of the individual treatment plans are being met. The Cottage Residential program is an inclusive environment designed to support male clients, regardless of how they identify, who have experienced trauma, with moderate to severe mental health and behavioral challenges.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED/Equivalent; Associate degree preferred.
1-2 years of experience working with children in a residential program preferred.
Must be CPR/First Aid certified. Training will be provided.
MAP Certified
Current valid driver’s license is required.
Must be 21 years of age or older.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree

Responsibilities

Directly working with the youth to create, implement, develop, and maintain a strong and supportive and trauma informed relationship.
Directly engaging the youth in daily activities, working in groups, and implementing the daily routine.
Collaborate with the clinical staff to ensure the objectives of the individual treatment plans are being met.