Residential Counselor
About The Position
Wayside Youth & Family Support Network is hiring a full-time Residential Counselor for its Young Adult Program in Arlington. The role supports youth and families in a warm, team-focused environment and is suited to someone who enjoys staying busy, being creative, and offering innovative care. No college degree is necessary. The position is 40 hours per week, working Saturday through Wednesday from 3:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m., with Thursday and Friday off. The counselor supervises and engages youth in activities and daily routines, supports skill building, helps maintain program structure, and provides positive role modeling. The role also includes assisting with clients’ basic needs, safe transportation, and medication administration after MAP certification. Wayside provides training in Motivational Interviewing, Courageous Conversations, Attachment, Regulation and Competency (ARC), Trauma Informed Practice, Therapeutic Crisis Intervention, CPR, and First Aid. The position offers $20.50–$21.50 per hour depending on experience and a $2,000 sign-on bonus, prorated for part-time employment. Half of the bonus is paid after six months and half after one year of employment.
Requirements
- Availability to work evenings and weekends.
- Valid driver's license; motor vehicle background record checks will be completed.
- High school degree or equivalent.
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 trainings and maintain necessary certifications.
- Facilitate recreational activities and work with the staff team to maintain program structure while serving as a positive role model for youth.
- Provide safe client transportation and administer medication once MAP certified.
- Assist in meeting clients’ basic needs, including regular meals, a safe and clean living environment, recreational activities, and appropriate hygiene.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical 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.
- Financial health supports.
- Career development opportunities.
- $2,000 sign-on bonus, prorated for part-time employment; half paid after 6 months and half after 1 year.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
