Residential Counselor

NFI North, Inc.; Sidney (ME); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

NFI North in Sidney, Maine is hiring Full Time Direct Care Counselors for a residential treatment facility. The roles focus on supporting youth while fostering a collaborative and empowering environment. Ideal candidates possess a BA in Human Services or relevant experience, and benefit from comprehensive health coverage and generous paid time off.

Benefits

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Prescription, and Vision coverage

Generous paid time off including 3 weeks of vacation

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement matching

Company-paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability

Supportive environment fostering creativity and empowerment

Qualifications

• Preferred BA in Human Services or related field.
• Experience working with youth is preferred.
• High School diploma required.

Responsibilities

• Support youth ages 10-18 in a residential treatment facility.
• Work collaboratively within a supportive team environment.
• Participate in local client transport and occasional training.

Skills

Leadership skills

Collaboration

Attention to detail

Energetic

Education

BA in Human Services or related field

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

NFI North Sidney Riverbend has two immediate openings for Full Time Direct Care Counselors. One position is for second shift and the other is an awake overnight counselor. This program is a residential treatment facility for youth ages 10 – 18 with a fully functioning school on the premises. Join us and make a difference while working with a strong and supportive team!

Candidates should be energetic, detail-oriented, able to collaborate well with other professionals, and possess leadership skills. A BA in Human Services or a related field, or experience working with youth, is preferred.

NFI North offers comprehensive and affordable Medical, Dental, Prescription, and Vision coverage. Generous paid time off includes 3 weeks of vacation, sick leave, and 11 paid holidays. We also provide tuition reimbursement, retirement matching, company-paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability, and much more! In addition to excellent training, we offer supportive environments that foster creativity, empowerment, and opportunities for advancement.

At NFI North, diversity is in our roots, and we continue to bring people and cultures together.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action employer.

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Travel Required

Yes. Client transport locally, occasional training opportunities.

Qualifications

Behaviors

Preferred

Team Player

Works well as a member of a group.

Motivations

Preferred

Growth Opportunities

Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility.

Education

Required

High School diploma or equivalent.

Preferred

Bachelor's degree or higher in Human Services or a related field.

Note: This employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants will be notified of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For more information, review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.