Residential Counselor | Adolescent & Family Services

Gandara Center•East Granby, CT

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Gándara Mental Health Center is seeking a Residential Counselor for its Youth Residential Program in the Greater Springfield Area, including Holyoke, Chicopee, and Springfield. The role helps maintain a therapeutic environment in the residence and supports clients’ safety, medical, emotional, food, clothing, and shelter needs. The counselor participates in developing reasonable limits and structure for each child and implements them fairly and consistently in the residence and community. Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. The posting lists Residential Counselor I, Residential Counselor II, and Relief Residential Counselor (per diem) roles, with hourly rates of $21.00, $22.58, and $17.00, respectively. Gándara describes career pathways across behavioral health, substance use and recovery, community-based clinical services, adolescent and family services, adult residential services, maintenance, and administration. It offers career growth opportunities, a culturally diverse population, and clinical licensing support. The organization is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment based on protected characteristics.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Ability to communicate effectively and professionally, both verbally and in writing.
Ability to work as a team member.

Nice To Haves

Previous work in a related field dealing with youths is preferred.
Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Implement each client’s individual Level Plan objectives under the direction of the Clinical Supervisor and Direct Care Supervisor.
Accurately complete all required documentation.
Act as a Staff Advocate for one client.
Support overall program and agency goals and provide support to management and program staff.
Work cooperatively as a team member and serve as a positive role model for clients.
Assist clients with daily tasks and responsibilities, including cleaning, cooking, maintenance, and laundry, and perform these tasks when needed in a fair and consistent manner.
Plan and organize appropriate recreational and social activities.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as requested by the Program Director or Program Supervisor.
Help maintain a therapeutic residential environment and meet clients’ safety, medical, emotional, food, clothing, and shelter needs.
Participate in developing reasonable limits and structure for each child and implement them fairly and consistently in the residence and community.