The Home for Little Wanderers
Congregate Residential Counselor - Per Diem-Weekends
The Home for Little Wanderers, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298
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Congregate Residential Counselor - Per Diem-Weekends
role at
The Home for Little Wanderers .
When you join The Home for Little Wanderers, you join a team of professionals dedicated to creating better, brighter futures for kids.
The Home for Little Wanderers' Harrington House is looking for Per Diem Residential Counselors Weekends to care for children in their Dorchester location. In the group home, children or adolescents, ranging in age from 8-15 are in transition back to their families or going on to independent living, but need support in order to make a successful transition back to their communities.
The program provides residential treatment by offering a safe, structured home‑like living environment. The children participate fully in the community through school attendance and extracurricular activities. Additionally, the programs offer clinical services, health services, psychiatric services, educational assistance, milieu therapy, and case management services.
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 implementing feedback in the moment and through a structured supervision process
Ability to work evenings, holidays, weekend shifts as required
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent
One year child‑care experience in a residential setting with similar population of children preferred
Computer literate, including Microsoft Office and Internet Explorer, with the ability to learn new software applications
How You'll Be Making A Difference
In the group home, children or adolescents, ranging in age from 8-15 are in transition back to their families or going on to independent living, but need support in order to make a successful transition back to their communities.
The program provides residential treatment by offering a safe, structured home‑like living environment. The children participate fully in the community through school attendance and extracurricular activities.
The programs offer clinical services, health services, psychiatric services, educational assistance, milieu therapy, and case management services.
Under the direction of the Residential Supervisor, the Residential Counselor will provide a safe, supportive environment for children.
Communicate with other counselors from previous shifts to ensure the continued flow of information and coordinate activity log of daily living.
Physical Requirements Continuous walking, standing, climbing, lifting of objects for 6–7 hour shifts. Ability to effectively restrain using proper TCI techniques when needed.
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! To learn more, visit: bit.ly/3ONYlOg
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.
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Congregate Residential Counselor - Per Diem-Weekends
role at
The Home for Little Wanderers .
When you join The Home for Little Wanderers, you join a team of professionals dedicated to creating better, brighter futures for kids.
The Home for Little Wanderers' Harrington House is looking for Per Diem Residential Counselors Weekends to care for children in their Dorchester location. In the group home, children or adolescents, ranging in age from 8-15 are in transition back to their families or going on to independent living, but need support in order to make a successful transition back to their communities.
The program provides residential treatment by offering a safe, structured home‑like living environment. The children participate fully in the community through school attendance and extracurricular activities. Additionally, the programs offer clinical services, health services, psychiatric services, educational assistance, milieu therapy, and case management services.
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 implementing feedback in the moment and through a structured supervision process
Ability to work evenings, holidays, weekend shifts as required
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent
One year child‑care experience in a residential setting with similar population of children preferred
Computer literate, including Microsoft Office and Internet Explorer, with the ability to learn new software applications
How You'll Be Making A Difference
In the group home, children or adolescents, ranging in age from 8-15 are in transition back to their families or going on to independent living, but need support in order to make a successful transition back to their communities.
The program provides residential treatment by offering a safe, structured home‑like living environment. The children participate fully in the community through school attendance and extracurricular activities.
The programs offer clinical services, health services, psychiatric services, educational assistance, milieu therapy, and case management services.
Under the direction of the Residential Supervisor, the Residential Counselor will provide a safe, supportive environment for children.
Communicate with other counselors from previous shifts to ensure the continued flow of information and coordinate activity log of daily living.
Physical Requirements Continuous walking, standing, climbing, lifting of objects for 6–7 hour shifts. Ability to effectively restrain using proper TCI techniques when needed.
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! To learn more, visit: bit.ly/3ONYlOg
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.
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