Friday and Saturday Residential Counselor
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Overview
Schedule
Alternate-schedule
Part-time
Career level
Entry-level
Remote
On-site
Compensation
$20+/hour
Benefits
Paid Holidays
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Leave
Job Description
Residential Male Youth Counselor- Job# 574Winchester, CT 0609820 hours per week - $19.50 per hourFriday and Saturday 11am-9pmAbout This Job:Are you passionate about making a difference in teens’ lives? As a Residential Counselor for the youth, you'll be a positive role model, leading engaging activities, supporting emotional growth, and helping youth develop life skills like cooking, time management, and teamwork. You'll supervise and care for up to four teens in a warm, trauma-informed environment, ensuring their safety and well-being while having fun with outings like hiking, go-karts, and movies. With a relaxed staff-to-youth ratio, you'll build respectful relationships, foster independence, and empower teens to thrive. Join us and be a hero in the lives of young people, guiding them toward a brighter future!
- Ensure the physical safety of youth, conduct routine headcounts and bed checks, and provide crisis intervention as needed.
- Maintain professional boundaries and develop respectful, supportive relationships with youth.
- Plan, lead, and facilitate organized daily activities and therapeutic groups, including Restorative Justice Practices and DBT-Lite.
- Interpret program goals and treatment plans to youth and their families.
- Complete all required documentation and reports accurately and promptly.
- Monitor and support youth with physical or emotional needs to ensure safety.
- Provide transportation for youth and families, including to school, jobs, activities, and appointments.
- Reinforce and role-model individualized youth needs and treatment plans.
- Foster independence, resilience, empathy, and teamwork among youth.
- Support youth in developing life skills such as time management, food preparation, personal accountability, and good study habits; mentor them in these areas.
- Assist with preparing youth for school, morning routines, meals, evening routines, and maintaining a clean, organized home environment.
- Engage youth in recreational and prosocial activities such as fishing, hiking, YMCA visits, go-karts, movies, laser tag, basketball, and more.
- Provide care for up to four youth, many referred by DCF, within a low staff-to-youth ratio (1:2 up to 1:4) in a trauma-informed, therapeutic group home environment.
- Participate in ongoing training, team meetings, and supervision.
- Provide support, guidance, and a home-like setting to promote youth development and make a positive impact in their lives.
- Minimum of 6 months of experience working with court-involved, at-risk, or similar youth populations- Required
- If this experience is not clearly listed on your resume, the hiring team may not be able to consider your application.
- High school diploma or equivalent- Required
- Associate's degree or 60 college credits- Preferred
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Valid driver’s license to utilize a company-provided vehicle during work hours- Required
- Ability to work the listed schedule- Required
- Part-time 20 hours per week $19.50 per hourFriday and Saturday 11:00am-9:00pm
- Additional shifts can be picked up and are overtime eligible Benefits:At CJR, we pride ourselves on creating a compassionate, culturally responsive work environment and offering a comprehensive benefits package that encourages and supports a healthy work/life balance. Joining our team, full-time employees will enjoy the following benefits:
- Generous Paid Vacation Package (unused time eligible for carry over)
- Generous Paid Sick Time (unused time eligible for carry over)
- Paid Holiday Time (separate from vacation time)
- Floating Holidays (separate from paid vacation time and paid holiday time)
- Annual monetary incentives
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match
- Career Growth Opportunities
- Company Celebrations & Employee Recognition Program
- Employee discounts (cell phone, computer)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Qualified Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Employer Federal Student Aid
- 10%-20% tuition discount at many local educational institutions, including those listed by the CT Nonprofit Alliance
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FAQs About Friday and Saturday Residential Counselor Jobs at CJR
What is the work location for this position at CJR?
This job at CJR is located in Winchester, CT, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.
What pay range can candidates expect for this role at CJR?
Candidates can expect a pay range of $19.5 (per hour).
What employment applies to this position at CJR?
CJR lists this position under the following employment categories:
- Alternate-schedule
- Part-time
What experience level is required for this role at CJR?
CJR is looking for a candidate with "Entry-level" experience level.
What benefits are offered by CJR for this role?
CJR offers following benefits: Paid Holidays, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Leave, Career Development, 401k Matching/Retirement Savings, Tuition/Education Assistance, and Health & Wellness Programs for this position. Actual benefits may vary depending on the employer's policies and employment terms.
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