What are the responsibilities and job description for the Residential Counselor overnight position at New England Center for Children Inc?
*$7,000 Sign-on Bonus
We are looking for a natural caregiver with a desire to care for children and young adults diagnosed with autism and related special needs. Working as a Residential Counselor, you will be closely supervising our students and ensuring their health and safety during the overnight hours. This role is an awake, overnight position in a group home setting, located in or around Southborough, MA.
NECC offers 4 weeks paid vacation, additional sick time and 16 hours of personal time, generous compensation, onsite discounted daycare, professional development opportunities, employee resource groups, tuition reimbursement, health and wellness benefits, retirement savings and many more perks!
Schedule Options:
Sunday 7:00pm-8:00am, Monday 9:00pm-7:00am, Tuesday 9:00pm-1:00am & Saturday 7:00pm-8:00am (40 hours per week, OFF Wed-Fri)
OR
Tuesday 1:00am-8:00am, Wednesday 9:00pm-8:00am, Thursday 9:00pm-8:00am & Friday 9:00pm-8:00am (40 hours per week, OFF Sat-Mon)
Responsibilities:
- Complete all assigned direct teaching duties during early evening (7:00pm-8:00pm) weekends and/or early morning (7:00am-8:00am) weekdays.
- Remain awake and alert at all times while on duty; continuously monitor the health, safety, and well-being of each student
- Thorough knowledge and implementation of all student educational programs and behavior management guidelines.
- Diligent implementation of all medical, safety, and emergency procedures
- Record and complete all necessary data accurately and timely
Qualifications:
- You must be 18 years of age, have a high school diploma or GED
- Willingness to help students who engage in challenging behaviors
- Must be able to communicate and provide verbal instruction clearly with our students
- Valid Driver’s License with personal vehicle
- CPR training completion through NECC within 6 months of employment
- Successful completion of NECC training - Physical and Verbal De-escalation training (CALM) and Medication Administration training (ability to get MAP Certified)
NECC is a global leader in autism education and research. We provide a comprehensive structure to help children and young adults with autism through evidence-based services in home-based, day, and residential programs, in unison with ongoing research on educational best practices.
NECC is committed to an inclusive culture where all students, employees, families, and partners feel welcome, safe, and valued.
We believe that fostering diversity and equity makes us a stronger, more successful community. For more information regarding DEI at NECC please visit: https://www.necc.org/dei/
