What are the responsibilities and job description for the Residential Youth Counselor position at Becket Maine, Inc.?
Welcome to Becket Maine!
At Becket Maine, we specialize in intensive, 24/7 residential treatment programs for youth ages 13–20 who are navigating mental health and behavioral challenges. Our trauma-informed approach creates a safe, stable, and therapeutic environment where each young person receives personalized care tailored to their unique needs.
We are currently accepting applications for the following position:
Position: Group Home Worker
Program: Adolescent Boys Group Home
Location: Belgrade, Maine
Pay: $20-$23/Hr Depending on Experience!
Schedule A:
Sunday 8am-10pm
Monday 2pm-10pm
Tuesday 2pm-10pm
Wednesday 2pm-10pm
Schedule B:
Wednesday 2pm-10pm
Thursday 2pm-10pm
Friday 2pm-10pm
Saturday 8am-10pm
Job Description:
This position provides supervision and support to adolescent boys in a residential treatment setting. Our program has a very high staff to student ratio, which provides a stable therapeutic environment for both our youth and our employees. Your primary role is assisting children with mental health and emotional challenges in a residential setting.
This position offers a very competitive hourly wage and requires no previous experience, though additional consideration is given to those with previous experience. Full Time positions include a generous benefits package including health insurance, dental, paid sick time, retirement (403B), and paid time-off. Paid training is also included, which covers TCI (Therapeutic Crisis Intervention), First Aid, CPR, and CRMA training (Certified Residential Medication Aide). Becket Family of Services has a variety of advancement opportunities for those interested in a career in the Mental Health/Education field.
Job Requirements:
- High School Diploma or GED
- Must have a valid Driver's License
- Criminal and child protective background check
Benefits: (Full Time)
- 108 hours of paid vacation
- 60 hours of paid sick leave per year (4 weeks paid time off)
- Double-time (twice your hourly wage) paid on 8 holidays
- Vision Insurance
- STD, LTD, AD&D
- Paid Life Insurance
- Full Dental Insurance
- Excellent Health Insurance
- Matching Retirement Plan (403B)
- Comprehensive Wellness Program
- Education Opportunities for Qualified Candidates.
- Employee Discount Program (including Verizon, etc.)
Why Join Becket?
A.) We develop our own people and provide some of the best skills and development training opportunities in New England.
B.) We promote from within; many of our Managers and Executive Leaders advanced through our programs by taking advantage of our industry best training and development opportunities.
C.) Our benefits and time-off package is among the best in our field.
What is Residential Treatment?
The Becket House at Belgrade is a specialized Residential Treatment Center for Boys that allows them to engage in intensive therapy in order to confront the challenges of severe childhood trauma. At the Becket House at Belgrade, individuals have the opportunity to address behavioral, emotional, and mental health needs with the guidance of licensed mental health counselors and Behavioral Health Professionals.
Where Are We?
Belgrade, Maine
GET STARTED TODAY!
Want to apply? Here's the plan:
1. Submit your resume!
2. We'll reach out and schedule an in person or virtual interview at your convenience.
3. Get started on the first day of your best new career!
Becket Maine assures equal opportunity and public access and, if necessary, affirmative action in all its policies regarding employment and provision of services. Becket Maine does not discriminate in its hiring, programs, or policies based on race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital status, or sexual orientation.
Expected hours: 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Salary : $20 - $23