Trauma-Informed Relief Residential Counselor

Northeast Center for Youth and Families; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental Insurance

Disability

Group Term Life/Voluntary Life

401k Retirement

Paid Holidays/Vacation/Personal/Sick

Whole Life, Critical Illness, Accident

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Tuition Reimbursement

Member Discounts

Job summary

Northeast Center for Youth & Families, Inc. (NCYF) is seeking Relief Residential Counselors to join our Residential Services team. You will work with youth in therapeutic group homes to guide them toward success while upholding professional boundaries.

We offer paid training and a range of benefits. Requirements include a High School Diploma (or equivalent); degree preferred; trauma-informed care knowledge; CPR/First Aid/AED certification preferred; CORI & DCF checks; driving background checks;

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent with experience in the field.
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Demonstrate a working knowledge of trauma-informed care.
• CPR/First Aid/AED certification preferred (training provided).
• Background checks (CORI & DCF) approved.
• Approved driving background check.
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation.
• Must be at least 21 years old.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with residents in therapeutic group homes to guide them to success.
• Maintain appropriate professional boundaries.
• Assist with implementing treatment plans and daily living activities.
• Communicate efficiently with parents, schools, DCF, DMH and community supports.

Skills

Trauma-informed care knowledge

Strong interpersonal communication

Reliability / punctuality

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred

CPR/First Aid/AED certification

CORI & DCF background checks

Approved driving background check

Valid driver's license

Job description

Northeast Center for Youth & Families, Inc. (NCYF) is seeking Relief Residential Counselors to join our Residential Services team. You will work with youth in therapeutic group homes to guide them toward success while upholding professional boundaries.

We offer paid training and a range of benefits. Requirements include a High School Diploma (or equivalent); degree preferred; trauma-informed care knowledge; CPR/First Aid/AED certification preferred; CORI & DCF checks; driving background checks;