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Job description
Residential Counselor - every other weekend overnight shift: every other Saturday and Sunday 12AM-8AM
Pay Range $20.59 - $21.21 per hour + $3.00 per hour shift differential for working overnight shift
Company Overview
Community Teamwork is a private non-profit organization located in Lowell MA. We employ over 600 employees and are a catalyst for social change. We leverage our programs, our partnerships, and our collective voice to foster equity, compassion, and community engagement by creating housing, education, and economic opportunities.
Position Summary
We have an opening for an individual to work in our Young Adult Shelter Staff program. Residential Counselors are responsible for working closely with young adult (ages 18-24) clients in a congregate emergency residential shelter site to provide life skills support to individuals who are staying at the shelter. This position also provides oversight of site operations, which includes enforcing safety measures, program rules, and expectations using a trauma-informed and client centered approach.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
Assist with screening, intake activities and orientation of new clients into the shelter program
Provide guidance and information to clients regarding the daily activity schedule, house rules, and policies
Ability to adhere to and enforce program rules policies and procedures
Oversee security and safety
Complete housekeeping duties
Ensure daily chores are completed
Provide emergency crisis management to individuals
Uphold the values of CTI - Equity, Integrity, Compassion
The duties listed above are representative of the work performed. Other related duties may be assigned.
Qualifications
High School Diploma or equivalent education
Excellent customer service, organizational, interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
Excellent crisis management skills
Proficient computer skills in basic computer software and data collection
Good attention to detail
Reliable transportation
Preferred Qualifications
1 year of previous experience working with individuals in need of social services (preferably low-income individuals)
Young Adult population experience
Experience in youth programming
Experience working with vulnerable populations
Demonstrated experience supporting underrepresented communities
Bilingual skills
Benefit Information
At Community Teamwork, our employees enjoy best-in-class benefits to support their physical, financial and emotional wellness. We offer:
Paid sick leave
Career advancement and professional development
5% contribution to your 401(k) retirement plan whether you participate on your own or not
Great coworkers and a great mission with an outstanding Community Action Agency
The stated pay range represents the Agency's good-faith estimate of the compensation for this role at the time of posting. Actual compensation within the range will be based on factors such as experience, skills, and qualifications
Equal Opportunity Employer - Vets/Disabled
This is an exciting opportunity to become an integral member of an innovative team in an organization committed to excellence.
Who can apply
Review the original listing for work authorization, qualifications and employer requirements.