ITR Residential Counselor

Position : ITR Residential Counselor

Location : Swansea, MA

Schedule : Full-Time; Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 6 : 30 am – 2 : 00 pm; Friday 6 : 30 am – 4 : 30 pm

Program : Intensive Treatment Residence (ITR) – Residential Department

At Stevens Treatment Programs, our mission is to empower youth to lead successful lives through high quality treatment and education in a safe and nurturing environment. We are a dedicated team providing trauma-informed care to adolescent youth, helping them build coping, social, life, and permanency skills.

We are seeking an individual with experience working with adolescents in residential or group care who can balance independence and teamwork. The ideal candidate is professional, dependable, and able to make sound decisions, problem-solve in high-stress situations, and engage youth from diverse backgrounds with respect and creativity.

The ITR Residential Counselor is a vital member of our Residential team. Residential Counselors provide daily care, structure, and supervision for adolescent youth in a therapeutic residential setting. Through relationship-building, recreational programming, and behavioral support, Residential Counselors help youth develop life skills and succeed at home, in school, and in the community.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and engage youth in daily routines (meals, chores, school prep, bedtime)
• Lead and participate in recreational and structured programming, including trips and special events
• Provide behavioral support and implement Safety-Care de-escalation techniques
• Coach youth in social, emotional, and life skills development
• Build healthy, therapeutic relationships with youth and model positive behavior
• Administer medication (after MAP certification) Conduct safety checks, maintain a clean and organized environment, and ensure program consistency
• Transport youth to appointments and community activities
• Document daily activities, incidents, and communication logs
• Collaborate with treatment teams and participate in staff training, supervision, and professional development.

Qualifications

Why Join Us?

Stevens Treatment Programs is an equal opportunity employer. We value cultural humility and strive to create an inclusive, respectful environment for all staff, youth, and families. Candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

TO APPLY : Please visit our website at www.stevensprograms.org

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