Summer Residential Counselor

Justice Resource Institute•Berkley, MA

11h•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking enthusiastic individuals to join our direct care team this summer at Lindencroft Group Home, a treatment setting for adolescents specializing in trauma-informed care. This role offers work-life balance with multiple schedule options and weekend availability. No prior work experience or college degree is needed, as JRI will provide all necessary resources and training for you to excel. There is exciting growth potential, with an opportunity to become a permanent member of our team following the summer.

Requirements

Must be 21 years or older
High school diploma or equivalent required
Be able to establish clear professional boundaries, work as a team member and consistently implement all policies and procedures, rules and regulations of JRI
Background and driving record checks will be performed

Nice To Haves

College degree preferred

Responsibilities

Develop skills in providing enriching daily activities for students, such as arts and crafts and recreational activities including offsite field trips
Learn how to create a safe and therapeutic community by supporting clients in developing effective coping strategies
Learn to work as an integral part of an active and engaged team

Benefits

Work life balance with multiple options for schedules and weekend availability
Exciting growth potential with opportunity to become a permanent team member after the summer
Workplace built on respect, collaboration, and opportunity, where every employee is valued and supported
$2,000 bilingual bonus to new hires who speak a second language fluently, other than English, and will use it to serve clients
Reimbursement for registration costs and annual fees for any professional license required for work such as LMHC, LCSW, LICSW, RN and more
Access to excellent Blue Cross medical and Delta Dental benefits
Retirement benefits including 401K matched up to $800 a year and pension after 5 years of employment
Professional development opportunities such as tuition reimbursement up to almost $4000 per year and discounted tuition rates to select partnership colleges and universities
Wellness benefits including access to employee engagement groups, self-care resources, and an Employee Assistance Program
Generous paid time off up to 19 days for full time employees in your first year