Youth Congregate Residential Counselors-Hillsborough, NH

The Home for Little Wanderers; Windsor (NH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff housing available

Free meals on shift

3 weeks paid time off

Job summary

The Home for Little Wanderers is hiring Youth Congregate Residential Counselors in New Hampshire to support middle and high school students with emotional and behavioral challenges. This role focuses on mentoring, coaching, and helping youth build essential life skills.

The position offers a consistent 4-day work week with three days off, and a range of benefits including meals on shift, PTO, holidays, and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• 21 years of age or older.
• Meet one of the following pathways: 2 years of full‑time experience with children, 7 years of parenting, or an associate’s degree with at least 12 credits in human services.

Responsibilities

• Build mentoring relationships with youth.
• Support daily routines and skill-building.
• Coach youth in emotional regulation and positive decision-making.
• Participate in recreational and outdoor activities.
• Work as part of a supportive team; crises are handled with team support.

Skills

Mentoring

Coaching

Teamwork

Emotional regulation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree or higher in human services

Job description

Bonus Eligibility! 4-Day Work Week

• Staff Housing Available

Looking for meaningful work where you can truly change lives — without a 5-day work week?

Wediko NH is hiring Youth Congregate Residential Counselors to support middle and high school aged students with emotional and behavioral challenges.

This is hands-on, relationship-based work where you mentor, coach, and help young people build the skills they need to succeed.

Consistent 4-day work week (set schedule). Three days off.

Pay & Perks

• Free meals while on shift
• 3 weeks paid time off (earned time system)
• 11 paid holidays
• 5 paid sick days
• Overtime opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement
• Retirement plan with employer match
• Paid training
• Opportunities for advancement
• Excellent experience for careers in psychology, social work, counseling, education, criminal justice, or youth development.

Schedule

• 4-day work week
• 2nd shift (afternoon/evening hours)
• Includes some weekends and holidays

What You’ll Do

• Build mentoring relationships with youth
• Support daily routines and skill-building
• Coach youth in emotional regulation and positive decision‑making
• Participate in recreational and outdoor activities
• Work as part of a supportive team, no one handles crises alone

This is an active role that requires being on your feet and engaged throughout your shift. Some days are challenging, but you’ll never handle difficult situations alone — teamwork and support are central to our program.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 21 years of age or older
• The applicant must meet one (1) of the following minimum qualification pathways:
  • Two (2) years of full‑time experience working with children (paid or volunteer), OR
  • Seven (7) years of parenting experience, OR
  • An associate’s degree or higher with at least 12 credits in human services or a related field, awarded by a regionally accredited college or university.
• If an applicant does not meet any one of the requirements listed above, they may still qualify if they sign a formal education agreement stating they will:
  • Complete 12 credits in human services within 2 years of hire, and
  • Provide documentation showing completion of 3 credits every 6 months, starting from the date of hire.

Impact Corps

Residential Counselors can enroll in The Home’s Impact Corps - a fellowship learning track designed to provide adults with an opportunity to help serve vulnerable children and young adults while gaining industry experience in counseling, education, clinical roles, and leadership. Along the way, gain new training, hone your skills, and be eligible for bonuses adding up to $5,000 upon successful completion! To learn more, visit: bit.ly/3ONYlOg

What The Home Can Offer You

In addition to the chance to make a lasting impact on the lives of the youth we serve, The Home for Little Wanderers offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Generous time off including up to 15 days per year for new full‑time employees, plus 11 holidays, and 5 sick days
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance available
• Extensive training to new staff
• Tuition reimbursement of up to $3,000 per fiscal year
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match
• Employer paid Long‑term and Short‑term Disability Insurance, plus Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
• And more!

If you’re dependable, compassionate, and ready to build a career that matters.