Youth Counselor, Pittsfield, MA

Key Program, Inc. • Pittsfield, MA

2d • $24

About The Position

Want to make a difference in the life of a child/teen? That’s what we do at the Key Program! Gain experience to jump start your career in the human service or social service fields. We are seeking a Residential Caseworker to work in Pittsfield, MA, in our residential group homes for children and teens who are involved with the Department of Children and Families.

The Key Program is currently seeking a full-time Residential Case Worker (Youth Counselor) to work with children and adolescents in their group homes located in Pittsfield, MA.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree is preferred (i.e. Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, etc.), or
• An associate's degree or college coursework with one year of human service experience required, or
• A high school diploma or GED/HiSet with two (2) years of human service experience, required.
• All candidates must be 21 years of age or older.
• All candidates must have a valid state driver's license; and, have a legally registered and insured car for work use.
• Complete a comprehensive background check.
• All candidates must have the ability to work a varied and rotating schedule including days, nights, weekends and some holidays.

Responsibilities

• Engage clients and develop positive, appropriate, supportive relationships utilizing a strength-based treatment approach
• Assist clients with their routines and adhere to the program’s daily schedule
• Assist clients in setting goals in accordance with their individualized treatment plans
• Assist the supervisory and clinical team with case management responsibilities for our children/youth and families.
• Implement proper supervision techniques to ensure clients are not a danger to themselves or others
• Establish rapport and keeps parents/families updated with client status
• Schedule and accompany clients to appointments
• Contribute in client-related meetings, case presentations, and suggest treatment recommendations
• Supervise or assist clients with self-administration of medication
• Complete case documentation in a thorough, professional, and timely manner.

Benefits

• A competitive wage of $24.00 per hour
• medical, dental and optical insurances
• life insurance
• training and professional development
• tuition assistance
• paid vacation and holidays
• paid sick and personal time
• retirement program
• wellness benefit
• pre-tax childcare, and more.

What This Job Offers

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