Trauma-Informed Youth Counselor II

Eliot Community Human Services, Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Paid Time Off

Comprehensive Benefits

Retirement Savings

Wellness & Family Support

Financial Security

Professional Growth

Job summary

Eliot Community Human Services, Inc. in Boston is seeking a Residential Counselor II to join our Social Services residential program serving children ages 0 to 12, providing trauma-informed, strengths-based support.

The role involves coordinating daily activities, transporting youth, advocating for their needs, and documenting reports, with shifts including morning, afternoon, and overnight options.

Qualifications

• High School diploma and at least one year of related experience with the population.
• Must be able to adhere to a model of care that focuses on Trauma-Informed Care and Interventions.
• Demonstrate sound judgment and effective, solution-focused, problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse populations and cultural groups

Responsibilities

• Daily coordination of youth in completing scheduled activities to include school, appointments, play and other activities.
• Actively monitor and participate in community service, recreation, visits, family time, and other off-ground activities.
• Lead shifts as assigned
• Safely transport youth to activities, appointments, school, work, and visits.

Job description

Eliot Community Human Services, Inc. in Boston is seeking a Residential Counselor II to join our Social Services residential program serving children ages 0 to 12, providing trauma-informed, strengths-based support.

The role involves coordinating daily activities, transporting youth, advocating for their needs, and documenting reports, with shifts including morning, afternoon, and overnight options.