Overnight Residential Counselor (Part Time)
Justice Resource Institute · Lowell, MA · 1 wk ago
On-siteHealthcare$19–$25/hrPart-time
About the role
The Overnight Residential Counselor (Part Time) position at GRIP Program is seeking an energetic and positive individual passionate about helping adolescents through trauma-informed care. The role involves providing comprehensive care, including enriching daily activities, and supporting students in developing life skills.
Responsibilities
- Convey passion for helping others with a dynamic team
- Bring an energetic and positive approach
- Work with students in a Group Home treatment setting
- Create a safe and therapeutic community
- Support students in developing effective coping strategies
- Help students discover what makes them feel competent and valued
- Develop and implement daily activities for students
- Provide physical interventions and verbal de-escalations
- Ensure safety and wellbeing of students during overnight shifts
- Work evenings, holidays, and weekends as required
Requirements
- Maintain valid driver’s license
- Be 21 years of age
- Pass background and driving record checks
Qualifications
- Valid driver’s license
- Experience with trauma-informed care
- Ability to work evenings, holidays, and weekends
Skills
- Positive communication skills
- Empathy and patience
- Ability to provide physical interventions and verbal de-escalations
- Strong organizational and multitasking skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Benefits
- $2,000 bilingual bonus for new hires speaking a second language fluently
- Reimbursement for professional licenses
- Blue Cross medical and Delta Dental benefits
- Retirement benefits including 401K matching and pension
- Tuition reimbursement and discounted college tuition rates
- Employee engagement groups, self-care resources, and an Employee Assistance Program
- Generous paid time off
Pay
The pay range for this position is $19.00 to $25.00 per hour. The actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, licensure, certifications, and qualifications.
Schedule
The Overnight Residential Counselor (Part Time) works evenings, holidays, and weekends as required.