Trauma-Informed Residential Counselor for Teens

Justice Resource Institute Inc; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bilingual bonus

Medical benefits

401K with match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Justice Resource Institute Inc. is seeking a Residential Counselor to convey passion for helping youth in a trauma-informed group home setting. You will work with a dynamic team to support adolescents and provide engaging activities and life skills development, including offsite field trips.

The role offers pay between $19.00 and $25.00 per hour, with overtime possible. JRI provides training, bilingual bonus opportunities, and benefits such as medical coverage and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age.
• Maintains valid driver’s license as transporting clients is required.
• Available to work evenings, holidays, weekend shifts as required.
• Background and driving records checks will be performed.

Responsibilities

• Provide trauma-informed residential care to adolescents and support enriching daily activities.
• Assist clients in developing life skills such as cooking, banking, and vocational skills.
• Create a safe, therapeutic community and model effective coping strategies.

Skills

Age 21+

Driver's license

Evenings/weekends availability

Education

High School or better

Job description

Justice Resource Institute Inc. is seeking a Residential Counselor to convey passion for helping youth in a trauma-informed group home setting. You will work with a dynamic team to support adolescents and provide engaging activities and life skills development, including offsite field trips.

The role offers pay between $19.00 and $25.00 per hour, with overtime possible. JRI provides training, bilingual bonus opportunities, and benefits such as medical coverage and retirement plans.