Safe Haven Residential Counselor: Housing & Recovery Support

Vinfen; Lowell (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Vinfen seeks a Safe Haven Residential Counselor to support residents in a Safe Haven transitional housing program in Lowell, MA. You will build trusting relationships, assess needs, and help residents access housing, health care, income/benefits, and community resources while promoting safety and autonomy.

Your role includes coordinating with staff, maintaining records, and providing guidance on medications when needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred in a Human Services related field or equivalent.
• High school diploma or GED is required.
• All applicants must be able to become CPR and First Aid certified within 2 weeks of employment.

Responsibilities

• Creates and maintains a culture of safety and welcome for residents of a Safe Haven transitional housing program.
• Maintains low demand, no/low barrier philosophy and culture within Safe Haven.
• Develops and enhances trusting relationships with residents to understand barriers to goals.
• Encourages collaboration, mutual support, respect, and social interaction among residents.
• Assists residents to assess needs and develop individualized action plans.
• Offers, but does not require, residents to accept support and treatment services.
• Provides skills training and support to residents.
• Provides transportation to residents as necessary.
• Assesses residents’ physical and emotional status and reports changes to the Program Director.
• Maintains required records for residents and coordinates referrals to community services.
• Supports residents in managing medications in line with their goals and preferences.
• Helps orient new staff and residents and participates in mandated trainings.

Skills

Relationship building

Trauma-informed care

Crisis intervention

Communication

Dedication to safety

Self-management

Documentation

CPR/First Aid

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

High school diploma or GED required

Job description

Vinfen seeks a Safe Haven Residential Counselor to support residents in a Safe Haven transitional housing program in Lowell, MA. You will build trusting relationships, assess needs, and help residents access housing, health care, income/benefits, and community resources while promoting safety and autonomy.

Your role includes coordinating with staff, maintaining records, and providing guidance on medications when needed.