What are the responsibilities and job description for the Relief Therapeutic Counselor position at JRI?
Who we are looking for:
You will be a Relief Therapeutic Counselor working with our youth Total Achievement Program (TAP) which is a therapeutic after-school and summer program for youth ages 6 to 12 years old in Norton and surrounding towns.
TAP staff work closely with the youths' families, schools, and community agency providers to support each client's educational success as part of a comprehensive treatment team.
Scheduling Needs:
- September-June: Monday through Friday, 2-6 pm
- July-August: Monday through Friday, Full-Day Opportunities
JRI provides training so that you can:
- Develop skills in providing enriching daily activities such as arts and crafts, homework assistance, recreational activities including offsite field trips, and more
- Create a safe and therapeutic community by working with youth to build positive peer relationships, manage behaviors in group settings, and develop effective coping strategies
- Work as a member of a treatment team that provides group counseling, works with youth to set goals, and collaborates with youth's support systems to develop treatment plans
- Help students discover what makes them feel competent and valued by supporting them in developing social skills necessary to function at home and in the community
Why JRI?
- We create a workplace built on respect, collaboration, and opportunity where every employee is valued and supported in making a meaningful impact
- New hires who speak a second language other than English may receive a $2000 bilingual bonus
- We offer reimbursement for professional license registration costs and annual fees required for work such as LMHC, LCSW, LICSW, RN and more
- We provide access to excellent Blue Cross medical and Delta Dental benefits
- We offer retirement benefits including 401K matched up to $800 a year and pension after 5 years of employment
- We provide professional development opportunities such as tuition reimbursement up to almost $4000 per year and discounted tuition rates to select partnership colleges and universities
- We offer wellness benefits including access to employee engagement groups, self-care resources, and an Employee Assistance Program
- We provide generous paid time off up to 19 days for full-time employees in their first year and much more
Requirements:
- Must be 21 years of age
- A High School Diploma or equivalent is required. College Degrees are preferred
- Candidates who have experience working with latency-age children or experience in behavior modification are preferred
- Maintains valid driver's license as transporting youth is required
- You will learn to provide physical interventions and verbal de-escalations to provide the safest therapeutic atmosphere for our youth
- Background and driving record checks will be performed
At JRI, we foster a workplace where every team member feels valued and respected. We believe that a culture built on mutual respect, collaboration, and opportunity allows our staff to thrive and do their best work. By supporting one another and recognizing each person's contributions, we create an environment where people can grow, develop their skills, and make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve. JRI is an equal opportunity employer.
Salary : $800 - $4,000
