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Residential Counselor – weekends overnight shift

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

Position Summary

We have an opening for an individual to work in our Young Adult Shelter Staff program. Residential Counselors are responsible for working closely with young adult (ages 18-24) 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 includes enforcing safety measures, program rules, and expectations using a trauma-informed and client centered approach.

Essential Functions And Responsibilities

  • Aid with screening, intake activities, and orientation of new clients into the shelter program
  • Provide guidance and information to clients regarding the daily activity schedule, house rules, and policies
  • Adequately adhere to and enforce program rules, policies, and procedures
  • Oversee security and safety
  • Complete housekeeping duties
  • Ensure daily chores are completed
  • Provide emergency crisis management to individuals
  • 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
  • Reliable transportation

Preferred Qualifications

  • One year of previous experience working with individuals in need of social services (preferably low-income individuals)
  • Young Adult population experience
  • Experience in youth programming
  • Experience working with vulnerable populations
  • Demonstrated experience supporting underrepresented communities
  • Bilingual skills

Benefit Information

  • Paid sick leave
  • Career advancement and professional development
  • 5% contribution to your 401(k) retirement plan whether you participate on your own or not
  • Great coworkers and a great mission with an outstanding Community Action Agency

About the Role

This position requires a commitment to providing compassionate and supportive care to young adults in need. It is a challenging but rewarding role that offers the opportunity to make a positive impact in the lives of those we serve.

Schedule

The Residential Counselor works every Saturday and Sunday from 12AM-8AM.

Pay

The pay range for this role is $20.59 - $21.21 per hour + $3.00 per hour shift differential for working overnight shift.

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.

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