Residential Counselor

Justice Resource Institute; Attleboro (MA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bilingual bonus

License reimbursement

Medical benefits

401K match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Justice Resource Institute in Massachusetts is seeking a Residential Counselor for the Rising Futures Young Parent Living Program (YPLP). You will help teen parents develop independent living and parenting skills, coordinate with Horizons for Homeless children, and supervise activities during group hours with volunteers.

The role requires strong boundaries, safety awareness, and excellent verbal and written communication.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years or older.
• High School Diploma or above (Bachelors degree preferred).
• Active Driver’s License.
• Candidates should have excellent organization and communication skills.
• Candidates with previous work experience with adolescents in a residential or inpatient setting are preferred.
• Background and driving record checks will be performed.

Responsibilities

• Assist with educational groups and parenting group's.
• Work as liaison with Horizons for Homeless children/our volunteers and fulfilling their requirements.
• Babysit children 2x weekly during group hours with our volunteers.
• Check in with and assisting clients when needed throughout the shift with independent living skills, parenting skills, and other needed issues.
• Transport to daycare, shopping, and appointments.
• Administer medications to clients and children.
• Document of all client interaction.

Skills

Communication skills

Organization

Boundaries

Driver's license

Education

High School or better

Job description

Are you the Residential Counselor we have been looking for? In this position, you will be able to convey your passion for helping others with a dynamic team by bringing an energetic and positive approach while working with our clients!

Rising Futures Young Parent Living Program (Formally known as the Teen Parenting Program) is a DCF and DTA funded residential program for teen parents who are pregnant and/or parenting. We provide apartment style living in a staff supported environment. The YPLP offers services including independent living and parenting skill groups, education and job search support, day care and medical referrals, housing search and aftercare support.

The ideal candidate must be a team player, be safety conscious, have excellent boundaries, & excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Compensation

The pay range for this position is $19.00 to $25.00 per hour. The listed range reflects what we reasonably and in good faith expect to pay for this role at the time of posting the position. The actual compensation an employee is offered may vary based on several factors such as experience, education, licensure, certifications and qualifications. This range may be modified in the future.

Due to the nature of our work and the youth who are depending on us, there are times where overtime may be mandated.

What You'll Do:

Assist with educational groups and parenting group's.

Work as liaison with Horizons for Homeless children/our volunteers and fulfilling their requirements.

Babysit children 2x weekly during group hours with our volunteers.

Check in with and assisting clients when needed throughout the shift with independent living skills, parenting skills, and other needed issues.

Transport to daycare, shopping, and appointments.

Administer medications to clients and children.

Document of all client interaction.

Why JRI?

• Be who you are! JRI is committed to creating a workplace built on respect, collaboration, and opportunity, where every employee is valued and supported in making a meaningful impact.
• We offer a $2,000 bilingual bonus to new hires who speak a second language fluently, other than English, and will use it to serve our clients!
• Reimbursement is available for employees to cover the registration costs and annual fees for any professional license required for work such as LMHC, LCSW, LICSW, RN and more!
• Access to our 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 and much more!

Requirements:

• Must be 21 years or older.
• High School Diploma or above (Bachelors degree preferred).
• Active Driver’s License.
• Candidates should have excellent organization and communication skills.
• Candidates with previous work experience with adolescents in a residential or inpatient setting are preferred.
• Background and driving record checks will be performed.

At JRI, we are committed to fostering a workplace where every team member feels valued and respected. We believe that a culture built on mutual respect, collaboration, and opportunity allows our staff to thrive and do their best work. By supporting one another and recognizing each person's contributions, we create an environment where people can grow, develop their skills, and make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve. JRI is an equal opportunity employer.

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Qualifications

Education

Required

High School or better.

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Drivers License

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