Residential Counselor Professional Level
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Job Location:
Housatonic, MA - USA
Hourly Salary:
$ 19 - 25
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
We Are Offering A $3000 Sign On Bonus! International Candidates Welcome to Apply!
Who We Are Looking For:
Are you theProfessional Level Residential Counselor we have been looking for In this position you will be able to convey your passion for helping others with a dynamic team by bringing an energetic and positive approach while working with the individuals we serve!
Berkshire Meadowsoffers multiple services and programs for individuals with complex and significant medical intellectual and developmental differences. Programs include a 365-day-a-year residential school for students between the ages of 6 and 21 residential and day habilitation programs for adults and 24/7 nursing and medical services. Berkshire Meadows operates both in community settings and at a beautiful campus with state-of-the-art equipment and therapy animals as well as a fully accessible indoor pool.
Compensation
The pay range for this position is $19.00 to $25.00 per hour. The listed range reflects what we reasonably and in good faith expect to pay for this role at the time of posting the position. The actual compensation an employee is offered may vary based on several factors such as experience education licensure certifications and qualifications. This range may be modified in the future
Sign-on Bonus:We are offering a $3000 sign on bonus ($1000 paid at time of hire $1000 paid after 3months of employment and another $1000 paid after 6 months).
Due to the nature of our work and the youth who are depending on us there are times where overtime may be mandated.
JRI Provides The Training So That:
- YOU will implement trauma informed treatment strategies within the milieu using the Attachment Regulation and Competency (ARC) model.
- YOU will provide therapeutic interventions to assist students in attaining the goals and objectives on their Individualized Action Plans.
- YOU will assist the students in following the daily program schedule including meals homework recreation housekeeping chores and ADLs.
- YOU will assist youth by instruction modeling and practicing of written/verbal processing relating to behavioral choices and responses.
- YOU will support students who are newly admitted to the program by providing 1:1 scaffolding and support as needed to ensure successful integration into programming.
- YOU will support students who are preparing for discharge. This may include but is not limited to medication administration exercise and nutrition training community integration human rights advocacy social and life-skills training as well as educational and life planning.
- YOU will provide classroom support as scheduled. Assist students in achieving academic goals through understanding of IEPs implementation of interventions and assistance with classwork.
- YOU will collaborate within a multi-disciplinary educational team to facilitate the development and implementation of individualized education plans that provide for individual educational support to include but not limited to differentiated instruction classroom accommodations and adaptive services.
Why JRI
- Be who you are! JRI is committed to creating a workplace built on respect collaboration and opportunity where every employee is valued and supported in making a meaningful impact.
- We offer a $2000 bilingual bonus to new hires who speak a second language other than English!
- Reimbursement is available for employees to cover the registration costs and annual fees for any professional license required for work such as LMHC LCSW LICSW RN and more!
- Access to our excellent Blue Cross medical and Delta Dental benefits.
- Retirement benefits including 401K matched up to $800 a year and pension after 5 years of employment.
- Professional development opportunities such as tuition reimbursement up to almost $4000 per year and discounted tuition rates to select partnership colleges and universities!
- Wellness benefits including access to employee engagement groups self-care resources and an Employee Assistance Program.
- Generous paid time off up to 19 days for full time employees in your first year and much more!
Requirements:
- Must be at least 21 years old.
- A Bachelors degree in psychology or social work is required.
- Applicants must be able to provide verification of employment authorization.
- At JRI you will learn to provide physical interventions and verbal de-escalations to provide the safest therapeutic atmosphere for our youth!
- Must possess a valid drivers license.
- Background and driving record checkswill be performed.
At JRI we are committed to fostering a workplace where every team member feels valued and respected. We believe that a culture built on mutual respect collaboration and opportunity allows our staff to thrive and do their best work. By supporting one another and recognizing each persons contributions we create an environment where people can grow develop their skills and make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve. JRI is an equal opportunity employer.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
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About Company
JRI, a leader in social justice, provides an array of trauma informed services throughout Massachusetts, Rhode Island and Connecticut. We advocate for, support, and/or educate children, adults and families who are coping with a range of adversity. JRI partners with government , l ... View more
