Residential Counselor

Community Resources For Justice (CRJ); Fitchburg (MA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits eligible

Job summary

Community Resources For Justice (CRJ) in Fitchburg, MA is hiring Residential Counselors for full-time, 40-hours per week, non-exempt roles. Starting pay is $18/hr and the position is eligible for benefits.

Schedule includes First/Second shifts and working at our Fitchburg, MA location. You will supervise and transport clients, teach new skills aligned with Individual Service Plans, model positive behavior, and administer medications with proper documentation.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Desire to make a genuine difference in the lives of others.
• Must pass required certifications in the allotted time set forth by the agency.
• Must pass a criminal and drivers check.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and transport clients during assigned hours; this may include job interviews, medical appointments, weekly recreation, religious services, and shopping trips
• Support and teach clients new skills including, but not limited to, specific goals in the clients' Individual Service Plan
• Acting as a positive role model for the client to support attaining the highest quality of life while maintaining their safety in all settings
• Administering medications and completing appropriate documentation in a timely manner, such as progress notes, weekly summaries, and attendance

Skills

Desire to help others

Reliability

Motivation to support clients

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Valid Driver's license

Job description

About the Role

CRJ wants you to join our growing team of compassionate and dependable Residential Counselors to support the wonderful individuals we serve!

This is a Full-time,40- hours/week , non-exempt position that will be working in ourFitchburg , MA location.
This position is eligible for benefits and has a starting rate of $18/hr.

This is a fantastic opportunity to receive valuable training to not only start your career, but also to advance it.
CRJ offers opportunities for tremendous career advancement and professional development.

Schedule: First/Second shifts

What you'll do

• Supervise and transport clients during assigned hours; this may include job interviews, medical appointments, weekly recreation, religious services, and shopping trips
• Support and teach clients new skills including, but not limited to, specific goals in the clients' Individual Service Plan
• Acting as a positive role model for the client to support attaining the highest quality of life while maintaining their safety in all settings
• Administering medications and completing appropriate documentation in a timely manner, such as progress notes, weekly summaries, and attendance

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Valid Drivers license and reliable transportation
• Desire to make a genuine difference in the lives of others
• Must pass required certifications in the allotted time set forth by the agency
• Must pass a criminal and drivers check