Residential Counselor (Relief)

Justice Resource Institute • Tewksbury, MA

1d • $19 - $25

About The Position

Centerpoint is a 16-bed Intensive Residential Treatment Program (IRTP) for emotionally disturbed adolescent males. Its mission is to treat and rehabilitate adolescent males with mental illness and challenging behaviors through a secure, clinically intensive residential program that supports growth and coping skills. The program aims to help each resident achieve psychological and social growth, transition to a less restrictive setting, and eventually enter the greater community.

The Residential Counselor works with a team to ensure the safety and well-being of residents and staff while supporting adolescents in a fast-paced environment. JRI provides training to help counselors develop and lead enriching daily activities, create a safe and therapeutic community, role-model effective coping strategies, and help students build life skills and a sense of self.

Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• High School Diploma required.
• Able to work independently under the guidance of a supervisor.
• Available to work evenings, holidays, and weekend shifts as required.
• Maintain a valid driver's license; transporting residents is required.
• Background and driving record checks will be performed.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field preferred.
• Residential program or mental health program experience preferred.
• Experience working with specialized populations of adolescents preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide enriching daily activities, including arts and crafts, recreational activities, and offsite field trips.
• Support students in developing effective coping strategies and role-model those strategies.
• Help students develop life skills, including cooking, banking, and vocational skills.
• Contribute to a safe and therapeutic community.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of residents and staff.
• Transport residents as required.

Benefits

• $2,000 bilingual bonus for new hires who fluently speak a second language other than English and use it to serve clients.
• Reimbursement for registration costs and annual fees for professional licenses required for work.
• Blue Cross medical benefits and Delta Dental benefits.
• 401(k) match up to $800 a year and a pension after 5 years of employment.
• Tuition reimbursement up to almost $4,000 per year and 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 up to 19 days for full-time employees in their first year.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED