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Assistant Residential Director

Justice Resource Institute
Swansea, MA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/3/2026 CLOSED ON 4/28/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Residential Director position at Justice Resource Institute?

Who We Are Looking For: 

Are you the Assistant Residential Director we have been looking for? In this position, you will be able to convey your passion for helping others with a dynamic team by bringing an energetic and positive approach while working with our students! 

Swansea Wood School is a residential treatment setting for adolescents that specializes in trauma informed care. Swansea Wood provides 24-hour comprehensive care including a school on site, a full clinical staff, nursing staff, and direct care staff.  

Compensation

The pay range for this position is $55,000 to $65,000 per year. The listed range reflects what we reasonably and in good faith expect to pay for this role at the time of posting the position. The actual compensation an employee is offered may vary based on several factors such as experience, education, licensure, certifications and qualifications.  This range may be modified in the future. 

Due to the nature of our work and the youth who are depending on us, there are times where overtime may be mandated.   

JRI Provides Training So That:

  • YOU will be able to assist in oversight of the Residential Department with the Residential Director and provide care and treatment of our students.
  • YOU will be able to assist in ensuring all Residential systems are being followed and completed on a daily basis and provide on call coverage.
  • YOU will be able to provide constant oversight of scheduling procedures; staffing ratios are being met at all times and provide accountability and disciplinary action decisions as needed for all Residential Staff.
  • YOU will be able to lead residential meetings and trainings, and runs residential shifts when needed.
Why JRI?
 
  • Be who you are! JRI is committed to creating a workplace built on respect, collaboration, and opportunity, where every employee is valued and supported in making a meaningful impact. 
  • We offer a $2,000 bilingual bonus to new hires who speak a second language fluently, other than English, and will use it to serve our clients!
  • Reimbursement is available for employees to cover the registration costs and annual fees for any professional license required for work such as LMHC, LCSW, LICSW, RN and more!
  • Access to our excellent Blue Cross medical and Delta Dental benefits.
  • Retirement benefits including 401K matched up to $800 a year and pension after 5 years of employment.
  • Professional development opportunities such as tuition reimbursement up to almost $4000 per year and discounted tuition rates to select partnership colleges and universities!
  • Wellness benefits including access to employee engagement groups, self-care resources, and an Employee Assistance Program.
  • Generous paid time off up to 19 days for full time employees in your first year and much more

Requirements: 

  • Must be 21 years of age. 
  • Experience in a residential or mental health setting is required.
  • Experience at the supervisory or management level in residential setting required.
  • Maintains valid driver’s license as transporting clients is required.
  • Available to work evenings, holidays, weekend shifts as required.
  • At JRI, you will learn to provide physical interventions and verbal de-escalations to provide the safest therapeutic atmosphere for our clients!
  • Background and driving record checks will be performed.

At JRI, we are committed to fostering 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.    

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