Full-Time Congregate Residential Counselor-Bonus Eligible Up to $5000

Full-Time Congrate Residential Counselor-Bonus Eligible Up to $5000 Job Category : Residential Programs Requisition Number : FULLT007404 Posted : September 15, 2026 Full-Time Locations Showing 1 location Plymouth, MA 02360, USA Description Bonus eligible up to $5,000! The Home for Little Wanderers' Southeast Campus, located in Plymouth, MA, on a beautiful 53-acre property, is currently looking for Full-Time Overnight Residential Counselors to make a difference in the lives of youth who have experienced trauma and/or who have significant emotional and behavioral challenges in a residential setting. Schedule is Sunday-Wednesday OR Wednesday-Saturday. How You Will Be Making a Difference Our campus offers a unique recovery environment for youth, providing them with a respite from the challenging circumstances that have brought them into care, in a heavily wooded facility with a lake, walking trails, fields, a Project Adventure ropes course, and full gymnasium, utilizing evidence-based and trauma informed practices. New employees receive training in behavior support, crisis management, trauma informed care, and best practices in social services. We do this through a focus on positive and healthy relationships, including a core belief that youth need to feel cared for in order to make progress. Staff learn to work in groups and run activities designed to enhance youth healthy growth and development. We encourage our staff to come up with new ideas for activities and routines and focus on a child-centered, team approach to care. What to Expect in the Role Passing the CORI/background check and having a valid ID Being physically active for an 8-10 hour shift Participating in verbal de-escalation and physical intervention with youth Multi-tasking in a changing and fast-paced treatment environment Receiving and implement feedback in the moment and through a structured supervision process Ability to work evenings, holidays, weekend shifts as required Qualifications 1 year prior experience working with youth preferred High school diploma or equivalency A passion for making a positive impact on the lives of kids What The Home Can Offer You In addition to the chance to make a lasting impact on the lives of the youth we serve, The Home for Little Wanderers offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including: Generous time off including up to 11 holidays Health, Vision and Dental Insurance available Extensive training to new staff Tuition reimbursement of up to $3,000 per fiscal year 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match Employer paid Long-term and Short-term Disability Insurance, plus Basic Life and AD&D Insurance And more! Impact Corps Residential Counselors can enroll in The Home’s Impact Corps - a fellowship learning track designed to provide adults with an opportunity to help serve vulnerable children and young adults while gaining industry experience in counseling, education, clinical roles, and leadership. Along the way, gain new training, hone your skills, and be eligible for bonuses adding up to $5,000 upon successful completion! The pay range listed represents the company’s good faith estimate of the salary or wage range for this position at the time of posting, as required under applicable law. Actual compensation will be based on a variety of factors, including a candidate’s relevant experience, education, skills, and internal equity relative to other employees in similar roles. Candidates with less directly related experience may be placed toward the lower end of the range, while those with extensive or specialized experience may be placed toward the higher end. Market conditions and budget considerations may also influence final pay decisions. 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 This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr HFLW Brand