Youth Residential Counselor — Impactful Work and Training

Wayside Youth; Framingham (MA); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Wayside Youth & Family Support Network is hiring Residential Counselors for the Wayside Campus in Framingham. Both full-time and part-time roles are available with a competitive hourly wage and a sign-on bonus.

No college degree is required. We offer a warm, team-focused environment that values healthy work dynamics and opportunities to engage youth and families through creative care. Training includes Motivational Interviewing, Trauma-Informed Practice, CPR and First Aid.

Qualifications

• High School degree or equivalent required.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Evenings and weekends required.
• Holiday shifts required.
• Participation in mandatory stay late coverage rotation.

Responsibilities

• Directly supervise and engage with youth/residents in activities and daily routines.
• Support skill building through collaborative team work.
• Show willingness to learn in trainings and maintain certifications.
• Facilitate recreational activities for clients and model positive behavior.
• Safe client transportation and medication administration once MAP certified.
• Assist in providing basic needs: meals, safe living environment, recreation, hygiene.

Skills

Communication skills

Risk management

Youth engagement

Team collaboration

Education

High School degree or equivalent

Job description

Wayside Youth & Family Support Network is hiring Residential Counselors for the Wayside Campus in Framingham. Both full-time and part-time roles are available with a competitive hourly wage and a sign-on bonus.

No college degree is required. We offer a warm, team-focused environment that values healthy work dynamics and opportunities to engage youth and families through creative care. Training includes Motivational Interviewing, Trauma-Informed Practice, CPR and First Aid.