Per Diem Therapeutic Counselor for Youth – Flexible Schedule

Justice Resource Institute; New Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Blue Cross medical benefits

Delta Dental benefits

Wellness benefits

Job summary

Justice Resource Institute is seeking a Relief Therapeutic Counselor for the Total Achievement Program (TAP), a therapeutic after-school and summer program for youth aged 6 to 12. The position is per diem, offering flexible scheduling and a pay range of $20.00 to $30.00 per hour.

Staff collaborate with families, schools, and community providers to support each youth’s success within a treatment team. The role involves implementing enrichment activities, providing group and individual support,

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Candidates with latency-age (6–12) youth experience or behavior-modification training preferred, but training provided.

Responsibilities

• Provide enriching daily activities for youth (arts, crafts, homework help, recreational activities) including offsite field trips.
• Contribute to a safe, therapeutic community by helping youth build coping skills and social relationships.
• Collaborate with families, schools, and community providers as part of a treatment team.
• Support youth in achieving personal goals and develop skills for home and community life.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Justice Resource Institute is seeking a Relief Therapeutic Counselor for the Total Achievement Program (TAP), a therapeutic after-school and summer program for youth aged 6 to 12. The position is per diem, offering flexible scheduling and a pay range of $20.00 to $30.00 per hour.

Staff collaborate with families, schools, and community providers to support each youth’s success within a treatment team. The role involves implementing enrichment activities, providing group and individual support,