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Residential Counselor - full time overnight shift

Community Teamwork · Chelmsford, MA · 1 mo ago
On-siteInformation Technology$20.59–$21.21/hrFull-time

Role and Company

Residential Counselor Full-Time (40 hours): Monday thru Friday 12am-8am (Sunday overnight thru Thursday overnight)
* Role includes a $3.00 per hour shift differential for working overnights
* Pay Range $20.59 to $21.21 per hour

Company Overview: Community Teamwork is a private non-profit organization located in Lowell MA. We employ over 600 employees and are a catalyst for social change. We leverage our programs, partnerships, and collective voice to foster equity, compassion, and community engagement by creating housing, education, and economic opportunities.

Position Summary

This Residential Counselor will work in our Shelter Staff program and will be responsible for working closely with clients in a congregate emergency residential shelter site, to provide life skills support to individuals who are staying at the shelter. This position also provides oversight of site operations, which include enforcing safety measures, program rules, and expectations using a trauma-informed and client-centered approach.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

  • Ensure the safety of guests and the site
  • Enforce rules and regulations to ensure smooth operation of the site
  • Respond effectively to emergency situations, document appropriately, and communicate according to established guidelines
  • Complete the intake process for new guests
  • Provide support and structure, addressing guest/resident problems or concerns
  • Initiate crisis intervention when necessary
  • Record documentation as required by program guidelines
  • Uphold the values of CTI – Equity, Integrity, Compassion

Qualifications

  • A High School Diploma or equivalent education
  • Excellent customer service, organizational, interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
  • Excellent crisis management skills
  • Proficient computer skills in basic computer software and data collection
  • Good attention to detail

Preferred Qualifications

  • 1 year previous experience working with individuals in need of social services (preferably low income individuals)
  • Bilingual skills

Benefits

At Community Teamwork, our employees enjoy best-in-class benefits to support their physical, financial, and emotional wellness. We offer:

  • 4 Weeks of Paid Time Off - Paid Sick Leave - 12 paid holidays
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance - Company Paid Life Insurance – Critical Illness Insurance-Pet Insurance
  • Tuition Reimbursement - Career Advancement and Professional Development Opportunities
  • 5% employer contribution to your 401(k) retirement account after 6 months of employment
  • Great coworkers and a great mission with an outstanding Community Action offering a chance to help make a real difference in the lives of those we serve

Equal Opportunity Employer

This is an exciting opportunity to become an integral member of an innovative team in an organization committed to excellence. Equal Opportunity Employer – Vets/Disabled

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