Residential Counselor for Aging Adults - 4-Day Week

NFI North; Bangor (ME); On-site; USD 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Prescription and Vis

Vision coverage

3 weeks vacation, sick time, 11 paidH

4-day work week (10-hour days)

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement match

Company paid Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability

Job summary

NFI North operates a residential program serving adults over 50 with long-term mental health challenges. The Direct Care Counselor role focuses on building relationships, promoting independence, and supporting daily activities within a caring team.

The position emphasizes compassionate care, professional boundaries, and collaboration to help clients grow, gain confidence, and engage meaningfully in their communities. Training and advancement opportunities are provided.

Qualifications

• Our ideal candidate leads with kindness, patience, compassion and respect.
• Dependable, flexible and willing to learn.
• Balances compassion with consistency and professional boundaries.
• Works well as part of a team and brings a positive attitude.
• Understands that small moments can make a big difference.

Responsibilities

• Build meaningful, supportive relationships with participants.
• Encourage independence and help develop everyday living skills.
• Support participants with daily activities, personal goals and community involvement.
• Create opportunities for fun, laughter, learning and connection.
• Provide compassionate support while maintaining healthy, professional boundaries.
• Assist with medication administration, documentation and daily program responsibilities.
• Work collaboratively with a team that values communication, creativity and respect.

Skills

Kindness and compassion

Dependable and flexible

Team player

Respectful and professional boundaries

Strong communication

Education

Associate’s degree in human services or related field

Job description

NFI North operates a residential program serving adults over 50 with long-term mental health challenges. The Direct Care Counselor role focuses on building relationships, promoting independence, and supporting daily activities within a caring team.

The position emphasizes compassionate care, professional boundaries, and collaboration to help clients grow, gain confidence, and engage meaningfully in their communities. Training and advancement opportunities are provided.