Residential Counselor

NFI North, Inc.; Bridgton (ME); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off (3 weeks)

11 paid holidays

4-day work week

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement match

Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability

Job summary

NFI North, Inc. seeks a Direct Care Counselor/Behavioral Health Professional for our residential program serving youth aged 5-14 in a K-8 school setting. You will help maintain a safe environment, support learning, and supervise participants in daily activities.

The role requires a Bachelor’s Degree or 90 college credits in human services or a related field, and strong communication and teamwork skills for a positive team dynamic.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or minimum 90 college credits in human services, social work, psychology, sociology, or related field.
• Strong listening skills and creative mindset required.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities are essential.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe, supportive environment for youth ages 5-14.
• Assist with learning and direct supervision and engagement of participants.
• Respond to crises and document interventions and outcomes.

Skills

Crisis Intervention

Active Listening

Clear Communication

Team Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree / 90 credits

Job description

At NFI North, we strive to create a world where mental and behavioral health services are readily accessible for everyone creatingA Place to Belong.NFI North provides mental health and behavioral support services to people facing life challenges. We design diverse and innovative programs that provide a high level of structure within communities of care when a person or family is in need. Our goal is for people to grow, have hope, thrive in their community and feel like they belong.

Have you ever thought about making a difference in the life of a child? Are you a strong decision maker that likes learning new strategies in the field of mental health? Do you like working with people, doing something different every day?

Bridge Crossing has an immediate opening for Direct Care Counselor/Behavioral Health Professional in our residential treatment program serving youth ages 5-14 in a K-8 school setting. Counselors are responsible for day-to-day operations including: maintaining a safe and supportive environment, assist with learning, direct supervision and engagement of participants. Tasks include crisis intervention and all related documentation.

Qualifications include a Bachelor’s Degree/minimum 90 college credits in human services, social work, psychology, sociology, early childhood education or equivalent, plus experience working with youth in a residential or day treatment setting. Strong listening skills and creative mindset are needed. Great communication skills are necessary as this position requires positive team dynamics.

NFI North offers comprehensive and affordable Medical, Dental, Prescription and Vision coverage. Generous paid time off including 3 weeks of vacation, sick time and 11 paid holidays. We also offer a 4-day work week (10-hour days), tuition reimbursement, retirement match, company paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability and much more! In addition to excellent training, we offer supportive environments that allow for creativity, a sense of empowerment and opportunities for advancement.

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Visit us at www.nfinorth.com

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