ABA Residential Counselor

Residential Counselor Overview

Join our team as an ABA Counselor, where you'll play a pivotal role in creating a nurturing home-like environment within our residential program. You'll support each student's educational journey by teaching functional living skills, fostering socialization, and enhancing communication abilities. Be part of a nationally recognized leader in quality-driven initiatives and make a meaningful impact on the lives of those we serve.

Residential Counselor Schedule and Salary Information

• Second shift and weekends (three second shift shifts a week and one weekend double. four days worked and three days off)
• $30-$33 per hour

Residential Counselor Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree (Education, Human Services, or Psychology Preferred)
• Valid US driver’s license and minimum age of 21
• Strong interpersonal and teaching skills
• Experience with specialized populations preferred

Residential Counselor Responsibilities

• Create a supportive and inclusive environment for students to thrive
• Teach functional living, socialization, and communication skills
• Implement behavior management and clinical protocols effectively
• Maintain a clean and safe living environment
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to ensure holistic care

Benefits

• Work with a nationally known leader in quality-driven initiatives
• Generous Paid Time Off Benefits including Vacation, Holiday and Sick!
• Benefits including Vacation, Holiday and Sick!
• Melmark Sponsored Pension Plan AND 403(b) with employer matching
• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Health and Dependent Care
• Life, AD&D, and Disability insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Student Loan Reimbursement starting at $20K
• Professional Conference and Research Opportunities
• Onsite CEUs at no cost to employee