Residential Counselor (2nd Shift)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Bilingual bonus

License reimbursement

Medical benefits

401K retirement

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness program

Paid time off

Job summary

The Susan Wayne Center is seeking Residential Counselors (2nd Shift) to support young adults with emotional challenges in Thompson, CT. This full-time role offers a pay range of $19.00 to $25.00 per hour with potential overtime.

You will work on a 2nd shift providing humane treatment, following policies, and assisting with daily routines and crisis interventions. Requirements include 21+ years old, high school diploma, and preferred bachelor’s degree in human services or related field.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; BA/BS preferred in human services or related field.
• Experience supporting adolescents with behavioral health needs desirable.
• Ability to work across teams and follow protocols.

Responsibilities

• Provide humane treatment and dignity; implement interventions safely.
• Follow Code of Conduct, confidentiality, and policies.
• Apply crisis intervention techniques per protocols and report violations.
• Support Treatment Team decisions and supervise counselors with assessments.
• Assist students with daily program activities, meals, recreation, and ADLs.

Skills

Mental health experience

Adolescents experience

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

The Susan Wayne Center is seeking Residential Counselors (2nd Shift) to effectively support the development and growth of young adults who have experienced significant emotional challenges.

The Susan Wayne Center of Excellence (SWCE) and the River Run Academy offer intensive residential, educational, medical, and clinical services for adolescent boys and girls who are mild to moderately cognitively impaired with concurrent behavioral, mental health, and medical issues. Located in rural Thompson, Connecticut, our state-of-the-art campus offers warm, home-like facilities in a pastoral setting.

Our students have often experienced complex trauma and often have not been successful in other settings. SWCE students typically require additional support in the classroom, as well as with emotional and behavioral difficulties, executive functioning, and life skills.

Schedule:

Full time, 2nd shift

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

• Provide humane treatment and ensure dignity for all individuals. Implement all interventions in the most respectful, safest, and least restrictive manner possible
• Follow JRI Code of Conduct and Ethics policies, and JRI policies on confidentiality, including confidentiality of records.
• Implement all crisis intervention techniques as you were trained following the BCC protocols. Report any violations of these protocols to a program administrator.
• Support and follow all Treatment Team decisions
• Provide supervision, training, and assistance to counselors in completing residential assessments and interventions with students.
• Assist student with following the daily program schedule, including meals, recreations, housekeeping, chores, and ADLs, and more as listed in full job description.

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 required.
• Bachelor's Degree, with a major course work in human services, psychology, social work, or sociology preferred.
• Ability to express ideas clearly in both written and oral communications.
• Ability to independently plan and organize one's own schedule and activities to successfully complete all required tasks.
• Mental health program experience with adolescents preferred. Knowledge of basic Microsoft computer systems and internet preferred.
• Background Check: Acceptable driving record check, Nationwide Alpha background check, State of CT criminal background, and DCF background check.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment physical examination.
• Ability to be certified in BCC.
• A valid driver's license in state of residency and approval to drive from JRI insurance to drive for JRI business.
• Ability to be certified in American Red Cross CPR/First Aid.
• Ability to express ideas clearly in both written and oral communications. Ability to independently plan and organize one's own schedule and activities to successfully complete all required tasks. Ability to independently plan and organize one's own schedule and activities to successfully complete all required tasks.
• Eligibility for certification in Medication Administration for DCF and/or DDS
• Availability to work any shift, including nights, weekends, and holidays to meet the staffing needs of the program in the event of staffing shortage. Ability to meet the requirements of the mandated staff policy if the need arises.

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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