Trauma-Informed Residential Youth Counselor

The Home For Little Wanderers Inc; Walpole, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

The Home for Little Wanderers Inc in Walpole, MA is hiring a Full-Time Congregate Residential Counselor to support youth ages 13-19 on campus. You will participate in programming, groups, and activities, while fostering a trauma-informed care environment.

Ideal candidates have 1+ year experience with youth and a High School Diploma, with the ability to manage shifts that include evenings and weekends. The organization emphasizes safety, education collaboration, and holistic youth development.

Qualifications

• 1+ years' experience working with youth preferred.
• HS diploma or equivalency.
• Comfort with trauma-informed care and sensitive settings.

Responsibilities

• Support youth ages 13-19 with trauma histories.
• Implement trauma-informed care model alongside a professional team.
• Teach age-appropriate life skills, coping skills, and social skills.
• Participate in groups and activities designed to support youth growth.
• Maintain a safe and supportive environment on campus and during activities.

Skills

Youth support

De-escalation

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

The Home for Little Wanderers Inc in Walpole, MA is hiring a Full-Time Congregate Residential Counselor to support youth ages 13-19 on campus. You will participate in programming, groups, and activities, while fostering a trauma-informed care environment.

Ideal candidates have 1+ year experience with youth and a High School Diploma, with the ability to manage shifts that include evenings and weekends. The organization emphasizes safety, education collaboration, and holistic youth development.