Residential Counselor

Wayside Youth & Family Support Network • Framingham, MA

6d • $21 - $22 • Onsite

About The Position

Wayside Youth & Family Support Network is hiring Residential Counselors to work with youth and families at its Wayside Campus in Framingham. The role involves engaging with and supervising youth in their daily routines and activities, supporting skill development, and contributing to a safe, structured, and positive residential environment. No college degree is necessary. Wayside offers a warm, team-focused work environment and provides training in Motivational Interviewing, Courageous Conversations, Trauma-Informed Practice, Therapeutic Crisis Intervention, CPR, and First Aid. The position is available full-time or part-time. Scheduled shifts include evenings and weekends, holiday coverage, and participation in a mandatory stay-late coverage rotation.

Requirements

• Valid driver’s license; motor vehicle background record checks will be completed.
• High school degree or equivalent.
• Evening and weekend availability as part of scheduled shifts.
• Availability to cover holiday shifts.
• Participation in a mandatory stay-late coverage rotation.
• Strong communication skills, including the ability to connect with others, be approachable and respectful, and communicate with people at all levels.
• Reflective self-awareness.
• Ability to manage risk.
• Ability to support youth dynamically.
• Flexibility and creative thinking, including the ability to adapt to changing work situations, processes, and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Directly supervise and engage with youth and residents in activities and daily routines.
• Support skill building for youth and residents through collaborative teamwork.
• Participate in training and maintain necessary certifications.
• Facilitate recreational activities while working with the staff team to maintain program structure and provide positive role modeling.
• Transport clients safely.
• Administer medication once MAP certified.
• Help provide clients with basic needs, including regular meals, a safe and clean living environment, recreational activities, and appropriate hygiene.

Benefits

• Tuition and training reimbursement.
• PTO package with 3 wellness days.
• 9 paid holidays.
• Up to 3 weeks of vacation in the first year.
• Free training and CEUs.
• Medical benefits.
• Financial health supports.
• Career development opportunities.
• $2,000 sign-on bonus, pro-rated for part-time; half paid after 6 months of employment and half after 1 year.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED