Residential Counselor

Residential Counselor (FT)

Community Resources For Justice, Inc. Paxton, Massachusetts, United States

CRJ wants you to join our growing team of compassionate and dependable Residential Counselors to support the wonderful individuals we serve.

This is a full‑time, 40‑hour week, non‑exempt position that will be working in our Paxton, MA location. The position is eligible for benefits and has a starting rate of $18 per hour.

Schedule:

Sunday 7:00 am–11:00 pm (Double), Monday 2:00 pm–10:00 pm, Friday 2:00 pm–10:00 pm, Saturday 2:00 pm–10:00 pm.

This is a fantastic opportunity to receive valuable training to not only start your career, but also to advance it. CRJ offers opportunities for tremendous career advancement and professional development.

• Supervise and transport clients during assigned hours; this may include job interviews, medical appointments, weekly recreation, religious services, and shopping trips.
• Support and teach clients new skills including, but not limited to, specific goals in the clients’ Individual Service Plan.
• Act as a positive role model for the client to support attaining the highest quality of life while maintaining their safety in all settings.
• Administer medications and complete appropriate documentation in a timely manner, such as progress notes, weekly summaries, and attendance.

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Desire to make a genuine difference in the lives of others.
• Must pass required certifications in the allotted time set forth by the agency.
• Must pass a criminal and driver’s check.

CRJ is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity in all its forms and encourage candidates of all backgrounds, identities, and lived experiences to apply.