Youth Counselor

The Key Program, Inc; Pittsfield (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Scholarships for grad programs

Internship credit opportunities

Intensive training and advancement

Self-Care and PTO benefits

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Mileage reimbursement

403(b) retirement savings

Pre-tax childcare

Job summary

The Key Program, Inc in Pittsfield, MA is seeking Youth Counselors (Residential Caseworkers) for its trauma-informed residential program serving co-ed youth referred by the MA Department of Children and Families. Join a dedicated team alongside supervisors, clinicians, nurses and direct care staff to foster a supportive environment.

Competitive hourly wage of $24.00 with additional pay for bilingual skills and a generous referral bonus; benefits include extensive training, mileage reimbursement

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (preferred) or an associate degree.
• College coursework and one year of human service experience, required.
• High school diploma or GED/HiSET and two years of human service experience, required.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Valid state driver's license and legally registered and insured car for work use.
• Commitment to participate in required trainings and certifications in FA/CPR/AED, MA Medication Administration Program (MAP) and Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) Crisis Intervention.

Responsibilities

• The Youth Counselor (Residential Caseworker) must share a rotating schedule with their team, consisting of daytime shifts (7AM-3:30PM), evening shifts (2:30PM-11PM) and including weekend shifts.
• Engage the youth to develop positive, appropriate, trauma informed, supportive relationships while utilizing a strength-based treatment approach.
• Work with a team of Youth Counselors (Residential Caseworkers) to provide direct supervision, engagement and advocacy of youth.
• Facilitate individual and group instruction for social and life skills development.
• Assist the youth to accomplish treatment plan goals and provide care for them in areas of health, education, vocation, legal advocacy and family advocacy.
• Perform medication administration and medical advocacy to youth upon receiving Medication Administration Program (MAP) Certification.
• Coordinate and participate in creative and therapeutic recreational activities.

Education

Bachelor's degree (preferred) or associate degree

High school diploma or GED/HiSET with two years of human service experience

Job description

Salary Range: $24.00 To $24.00 Hourly The Key Program is seeking Youth Counselors (Residential Caseworkers) in Pittsfield, MA for their residential program that serves co-ed youth referred by the MA Department of Children and Families (DCF). Join a dedicated team with supervisors, clinicians, occupational therapist, nurses, and direct care staff to maintain a trauma-sensitive, structured, and therapeutic environment where teens can thrive. Be a part of an organization that values employee well-being and promotes a positive work/life culture.

Wage: Competitive hourly wage: $24.00 Hourly, Additional compensation is provided for bilingual skills and our generous employee referral bonus program.

Insurance: Key offers Blue Cross Blue Shield Blue Benefits covering over 90% of medical premiums and 70% for dental premiums with low deductibles and co-pays.

Benefits & Perks

• Tuition assistance is available for any degree or certification program.
• Scholarship opportunities are provided for clinical-related graduate programs.
• Key is an internship placement site where employees can fulfill internship requirements for college credit.
• Intensive training, professional development and opportunities for advancement are available.
• Self-Care and Paid Time Off Benefits: 3 weeks/vacation, 2 weeks/sick time, 3 days/personal, 3 days/bereavement and 12 paid holidays for Full-time staff.
• Free, confidential employee assistance program for employees and adult household members for support with mental and physical health, financial, family, legal, parenting and other concerns.
• Mileage reimbursement for work-related travel.
• 403(b) retirement savings account (tax-deferred).
• Pre-tax childcare.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (preferred) or an associate degree.
• College coursework and one year of human service experience, required.
• High school diploma or GED/HiSET and two years of human service experience, required.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Valid state driver's license and legally registered and insured car for work use.
• Commitment to participate in required trainings and certifications in FA/CPR/AED, MA Medication Administration Program (MAP) and Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) Crisis Intervention.

Responsibilities

• The Youth Counselor (Residential Caseworker) must share a rotating schedule with their team, consisting of daytime shifts (7AM-3:30PM), evening shifts (2:30PM-11PM) and including weekend shifts.
• Engage the youth to develop positive, appropriate, trauma informed, supportive relationships while utilizing a strength-based treatment approach.
• Work with a team of Youth Counselors (Residential Caseworkers) to provide direct supervision, engagement and advocacy of youth.
• Facilitate individual and group instruction for social and life skills development.
• Assist the youth to accomplish treatment plan goals and provide care for them in areas of health, education, vocation, legal advocacy and family advocacy.
• Perform medication administration and medical advocacy to youth upon receiving Medication Administration Program (MAP) Certification.
• Coordinate and participate in creative and therapeutic recreational activities.