Eliot Community Human Services·Waltham, Massachusetts
The Residential Counselor II coordinates daily activities for youth, including school, appointments, and recreation, while ensuring their safety and well-being. They also serve as an advocate for assigned youth and maintain required documentation within a trauma-informed framework.
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Eliot is seeking a Residential Counselor II to join our Social Services residential program designed to provide immediate and short term placement for children ages 0 to 12 that need specialized support and services as they heal from traumatic events that have shaped their young lives. Our ideal candidate will have the ability to establish a positive rapport with a culturally and economically diverse group of children and families and to deliver services within the established trauma informed and strengths-based frameworks.
Daily coordination of youth in completing scheduled activities to include school, appointments, play and other activities. Actively monitor and participate in community service, recreation, visits, family time, and other off-ground activities. Lead shifts as assigned Safely transport youth to activities, appointments, school, work, and visits. Serve as an Advocate for assigned youth and complete Advocate Reports, and other required documentation,as required.
High School diploma and at least one year of related experience with the population. Must be able to adhere to a model of care that focuses on Trauma-Informed Care and Interventions. Demonstrate sound judgment and effective, solution-focused, problem-solving skills. Ability to work effectively with diverse populations and cultural groups Schedule: 2pm-10pm, Tuesday-Saturday (Sunday, Monday off) Hourly Rate $21—$21 USD At Eliot, we are committed to supporting you at every stage of your career, providing opportunities for growth, purpose, and community. We foster belonging in the workplace by identifying and removing barriers that may prevent individuals of all backgrounds from reaching their full potential, advancing into leadership roles, and fully engaging at all levels of the organization. Apply today and make a difference.
Candidates must possess a high school diploma and at least one year of experience working with children. The role requires the ability to work effectively with diverse populations and a commitment to trauma-informed care interventions.
Market context
In Massachusetts, behavioral health employers often look for licensed or license-eligible clinicians with experience supporting at-risk youth and families, so demand tends to stay steady for candidates who can work across settings and age groups. These roles can be competitive because employers usually want a master’s degree, a clear licensure path, and practical experience; review the summarized requirements and benefits here, which are AI-summarized from the original job description to save research time, then confirm your licensure status and tailor your application to youth and family work.
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