Residential Counselor - Social Services
About Eliot
At Eliot, your work has purpose. You’ll be part of a compassionate, mission-driven team committed to resilience, empowerment, and lasting change. We foster an inclusive workplace where all backgrounds and perspectives are valued, creating a culture of belonging and professional growth.
Benefits
- Generous Paid Time Off – Vacation, sick time, and paid holidays
- Comprehensive Benefits – Medical, dental, and vision plans
- Retirement Savings – 401(k) with employer match
- Wellness & Family Support – Discounted fitness services and access to trusted childcare resources
- Financial Security – 100% company-paid life and accidental death insurance
- Professional Growth – Ongoing training, career advancement programs, tuition reimbursement, and leadership development
About the role
Eliot is seeking a Residential Counselor I to join our Social Services residential program designed to provide immediate and short term placement for children ages 0 to 12 that need specialized support and services as they heal from traumatic events that have shaped their young lives. Our ideal candidate will have the ability to establish a positive rapport with a culturally and economically diverse group of children and families and to deliver services within the established trauma informed and strengths-based frameworks.
Responsibilities
- Daily coordination of youth in completing scheduled activities to include school, appointments, play and other activities.
- Actively monitor and participate in community service, recreation, visits, family time, and other off-ground activities.
- Lead shifts as assigned.
- Safely transport youth to activities, appointments, school, work, and visits.
- Serve as an Advocate for assigned youth and complete Advocate Reports, and other required documentation, as required.
Qualifications
- High School diploma and at least one year of related experience with the population.
- Must be able to adhere to a model of care that focuses on Trauma-Informed Care and Interventions.
- Demonstrate sound judgment and effective, solution-focused, problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work effectively with diverse populations and cultural groups.
Schedule
- 2pm–10pm, Friday–Monday (Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday off) – 32 hours per week
- 2pm–10pm, Tuesday–Saturday (Sunday, Monday off)
- 10pm–6am, Friday–Monday (Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday off) – 32 hours per week
Pay
Hourly Rate: $20 USD – $20 USD