What are the responsibilities and job description for the Congregate Residential Counselor-Temp/Summer-Days position at The Home for Little Wanderers, Inc.?
The schedule for this position is 8AM-4PM, Monday-Friday.
The Home in Walpole is a residential treatment placement for adolescent youth who need specialized treatment as they heal from the traumatic events that have shaped their young lives. Youth who live on the campus are part of a greater community which includes Clifford Academy, a Massachusetts Chapter 766 Special Education School. The campus is located on 166 scenic acres in Walpole and offers recreational activities such as a state of the art gym, and walking trails for youth to explore. Our strength-based clinical services help youth learn to manage their behaviors while preparing them for life in the community.
The Home in Walpole is looking for Temp Residential Counselors to make a difference in the lives of youth ages 13-19 with trauma histories, developmental delays, and/or Autism Spectrum Disorder diagnosis.
How You'll Be Making a Difference
- You'll be joining a dynamic team of professionals implementing our trauma-informed care model.
- Supporting youth in developing the skills they need to successfully transition home to families.
- Teaching age appropriate life skills, coping skills, and social skills through modeling, counseling, and other techniques.
- Participating in groups and activities designed to enhance youth growth and development.
- Participating in both on-site and off-site recreational/educational activities.
- Maintaining a safe and supportive environment.
Qualifications
- 1 year prior experience working with youth.
- HS diploma or equivalency.
- A passion for making a positive impact on the lives of kids.
Valuing Diversity
We are committed to excellence in diversity, equity, and inclusion, while simultaneously creating a culture that supports those values. We believe the differences we bring enhance our ability to provide exceptional service and care to diverse children, families, and communities. Moreover, diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging align with our values and our mission to help vulnerable children and their families build permanent, positive change.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
