Therapeutic Counselor — Empower At-Risk Youth in Westfield

Northeast Center for Youth and Families; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 24,796 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Medical/dental insurance

Paid time off

401(k) retirement plans

Job summary

Northeast Center for Youth & Families (NCYF) seeks Therapeutic Counselors for its Therapeutic Day Programs serving at-risk youth in Westfield, MA. Candidates work Monday–Friday, 10:30 am to 6:30 pm, and join a team focused on emotional growth, life skills, and engaging youth in therapeutic activities.

We value creativity, youth-centered approaches, and strong communication. Training is provided, and the role includes transportation responsibilities and daily reporting within a supportive agency

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate’s or bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Evening hours required (program runs until 6:30 pm).
• Approved CORI, DCF, and driving background checks.

Responsibilities

• Co-lead therapeutic activities and plan community trips.
• Teach and model age-appropriate social and living skills; support youth development.
• Complete daily logs and required paperwork with accuracy.
• Assist with daily program organization: cooking, shopping, activity prep.
• Provide transportation for clients to and from NCYF sites.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Crisis intervention

Youth engagement

Professional boundaries

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate or bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Northeast Center for Youth & Families (NCYF) seeks Therapeutic Counselors for its Therapeutic Day Programs serving at-risk youth in Westfield, MA. Candidates work Monday–Friday, 10:30 am to 6:30 pm, and join a team focused on emotional growth, life skills, and engaging youth in therapeutic activities.

We value creativity, youth-centered approaches, and strong communication. Training is provided, and the role includes transportation responsibilities and daily reporting within a supportive agency