Weekend Shelter Counselor (Part-Time) - Trauma-Informed

Community Action, Inc.; Lowell, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick leave

5% 401(k) employer contribution after

Great coworkers and mission

Job summary

Community Teamwork is seeking a part-time Residential Counselor for every other weekend day shift in Lowell, MA. The role focuses on life skills support for shelter clients within a trauma-informed, client-centered framework.

You will help enforce safety, oversee site operations, and provide crisis intervention when needed, while documenting per program guidelines and maintaining CTI values.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• At least 1 year of experience in human services preferred.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills required.
• Proficient with basic computer software and data collection.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety of guests and the site.
• Enforce rules and regulations for smooth site operation.
• Respond to emergencies, document appropriately, and communicate per guidelines.
• Complete intake for new guests and provide support and structure.
• Initiate crisis intervention when necessary.
• Record documentation as required by program guidelines.
• Uphold the values of CTI - Equity, Integrity, Compassion.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Trauma-informed care

Bilingual (preferred)

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

Community Teamwork is seeking a part-time Residential Counselor for every other weekend day shift in Lowell, MA. The role focuses on life skills support for shelter clients within a trauma-informed, client-centered framework.

You will help enforce safety, oversee site operations, and provide crisis intervention when needed, while documenting per program guidelines and maintaining CTI values.