Overnight Youth Counselor

NFI Massachusetts; Westborough (MA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Overnight Residential Counselors for their Intensive Residential Treatment Programs. This role involves providing direct care and support to youth facing serious mental health challenges in a structured, trauma-informed environment. Ideal candidates will possess strong leadership skills and a commitment to fostering positive choices and skills development among the youth. With a comprehensive benefits package and a focus on inclusivity, this position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of adolescents. Join a team committed to empowering youth and promoting diversity within the workforce.

Benefits

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

403(b) Retirement Plan

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Paid Sick Leave

Company-Paid Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance Programs

Employee Referral Bonus Program

Qualifications

• Experience working with youth in a therapeutic environment.
• Valid driver's license and reliable vehicle required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety and security of the youth served.
• Provide support and mentoring to youth.
• Demonstrate positive role modeling.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Mentoring

Guidance

Positive Role Modeling

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Psychology or Sociology

Job description

NFI Massachusetts Inc., a non-profit human services agency, is currently seeking an Overnight Residential Counselor for our Intensive Residential Treatment Programs located in Westborough, MA.

The IRTP's are short-term locked facilities serving male and female youth who are referred through the Department of Mental Health (DMH). NFI’s two, fifteen bed IRTPsare state-wide residential programs for adolescents who have a serious mental illness and/or severe emotional and/or behavioral disturbances.

The two programs provide vigorous treatment in a locked setting for youth who are unable to be safely treated in a less restrictive setting. The programs are highly resourced with highly trained and credentialed staff which include child psychiatry, nursing, occupational therapy, clinical services, in-house education and therapeuticmilieu.

Youth are referred by the Department of Mental Health (DMH). The program is structured in a trauma-informed, family focused environment. The therapeutic milieu and educational day programming are designed to foster success after transitioning out of the program.

We are seeking dedicated and qualified candidates with strong leadership skills to provide direct care to youth served within the program.

Hourly: $22/hour

Job Responsibilities:

• Ensuring the safety and security of the youth served.
• Providing these youth support.
• Mentoring.
• Guidance.
• Demonstrating positive role modeling so they may elect healthier choices to and learn new skills to use upon their discharge from the program.

Job Requirements:

• Experience working with a similar population.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred in psychology, sociology or other related field of study preferred.
• Valid driver's license and a reliable vehicle is a must.
• Must be fully vaccinated or willing to be vaccinated against COVID 19, per state regulations

NFI Massachusetts offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees, including:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance (multiple plan options)
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with potential employer match
• 3 Weeks Paid Vacation + 11 Paid Holidays + Paid Sick Leave
• Company-Paid Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement (up to $2,500 per year)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs)
• Voluntary Benefits: Pet Insurance, Home & Auto, Legal Plan & more!
• Employee Referral Bonus Program

NFI Massachusetts Inc., is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We seek to empower individuals and support the diversity and inclusivity within our workforce.

NFI Massachusetts participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility as part of the I-9 verification process.

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