What are the responsibilities and job description for the Youth Counselor position at The Key Program, Inc?
Salary Range: \$24.00 To \$24.00 Hourly The Key Program is seeking Youth
Counselors (Residential Caseworkers) in Pittsfield, MA for their
residential program that serves co-ed youth referred by the MA
Department of Children and Families (DCF). Join a dedicated team with
supervisors, clinicians, occupational therapist, nurses, and direct care
staff to maintain a trauma-sensitive, structured, and therapeutic
environment where teens can thrive. Be a part of an organization that
values employee well-being and promotes a positive work/life culture.
Wage: Competitive hourly wage: \$24.00 Hourly, Additional compensation
is provided for bilingual skills and our generous employee referral
bonus program. Insurance: - Key offers Blue Cross Blue Shield Blue
Benefits covering over 90% of medical premiums and 70% for dental
premiums with low deductibles and co-pays. Professional Development: -
Tuition assistance is available for any degree or certification program.
Scholarship opportunities are provided for clinical-related graduate
programs. - Key is an internship placement site where employees can
fulfill internship requirements for college credit. - Intensive
training, professional development and opportunities for advancement are
available. Self-Care and Paid Time Off Benefits: - 3 weeks/vacation, 2
weeks/sick time, 3 days/personal, 3 days/bereavement and 12 paid
holidays for Full-time staff. - Free, confidential employee assistance
program for employees and adult household members for support with
mental and physical health, financial, family, legal, parenting and
other concerns. Other: - Mileage reimbursement for work-related
travel. - 403(b) retirement savings account (tax-deferred). - Pre-tax
childcare. Qualifications: One of the following: - Bachelor\'s degree
(preferred) or an associate degree - College course work and one year of
human service experience, required - High school diploma or GED/HiSET
and two years of human service experience, required And - Must be 21
years of age or older - Valid state driver\'s license and legally
registered and insured car for work use - Commitment to participate in
required trainings and certifications in FA/CPR/AED, MA Medication
Administration Program (MAP) and Crisis - Prevention Institute (CPI)
Crisis Intervention. Responsibilities: The Youth Counselor (Residential
Caseworker) must share a rotating schedule with their team, consisting
of daytime shifts (7AM-3:30PM), evening shifts (2:30PM-11PM) and
including weekend shifts. - Engage the youth to develop positive,
appropriate, trauma informed, supportive relationships while utilizing a
strength-based treatment approach. - Work with a team of Youth
Counselors (Residential Caseworkers) to provide direct supervision,
engagement and advocacy of youth. - Facilitate individual and group
instruction for social and life skills development. - Assist the youth
to accomplish treatment plan goals and provide care for them in areas of
health, education, vocation, legal advocacy and family advocacy. -
Perform medication administration and medical advocacy to youth upon
receiving Medication Administration Program (MAP) Certification. -
Coordinate and participate in creative and therapeutic recreational
activities. View or apply for [Open Positions at Key Program,
Inc.](https://www.key.org/employment/employment-opportunities?keyword=&location=4838&type=){target="_blank"
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Counselors (Residential Caseworkers) in Pittsfield, MA for their
residential program that serves co-ed youth referred by the MA
Department of Children and Families (DCF). Join a dedicated team with
supervisors, clinicians, occupational therapist, nurses, and direct care
staff to maintain a trauma-sensitive, structured, and therapeutic
environment where teens can thrive. Be a part of an organization that
values employee well-being and promotes a positive work/life culture.
Wage: Competitive hourly wage: \$24.00 Hourly, Additional compensation
is provided for bilingual skills and our generous employee referral
bonus program. Insurance: - Key offers Blue Cross Blue Shield Blue
Benefits covering over 90% of medical premiums and 70% for dental
premiums with low deductibles and co-pays. Professional Development: -
Tuition assistance is available for any degree or certification program.
Scholarship opportunities are provided for clinical-related graduate
programs. - Key is an internship placement site where employees can
fulfill internship requirements for college credit. - Intensive
training, professional development and opportunities for advancement are
available. Self-Care and Paid Time Off Benefits: - 3 weeks/vacation, 2
weeks/sick time, 3 days/personal, 3 days/bereavement and 12 paid
holidays for Full-time staff. - Free, confidential employee assistance
program for employees and adult household members for support with
mental and physical health, financial, family, legal, parenting and
other concerns. Other: - Mileage reimbursement for work-related
travel. - 403(b) retirement savings account (tax-deferred). - Pre-tax
childcare. Qualifications: One of the following: - Bachelor\'s degree
(preferred) or an associate degree - College course work and one year of
human service experience, required - High school diploma or GED/HiSET
and two years of human service experience, required And - Must be 21
years of age or older - Valid state driver\'s license and legally
registered and insured car for work use - Commitment to participate in
required trainings and certifications in FA/CPR/AED, MA Medication
Administration Program (MAP) and Crisis - Prevention Institute (CPI)
Crisis Intervention. Responsibilities: The Youth Counselor (Residential
Caseworker) must share a rotating schedule with their team, consisting
of daytime shifts (7AM-3:30PM), evening shifts (2:30PM-11PM) and
including weekend shifts. - Engage the youth to develop positive,
appropriate, trauma informed, supportive relationships while utilizing a
strength-based treatment approach. - Work with a team of Youth
Counselors (Residential Caseworkers) to provide direct supervision,
engagement and advocacy of youth. - Facilitate individual and group
instruction for social and life skills development. - Assist the youth
to accomplish treatment plan goals and provide care for them in areas of
health, education, vocation, legal advocacy and family advocacy. -
Perform medication administration and medical advocacy to youth upon
receiving Medication Administration Program (MAP) Certification. -
Coordinate and participate in creative and therapeutic recreational
activities. View or apply for [Open Positions at Key Program,
Inc.](https://www.key.org/employment/employment-opportunities?keyword=&location=4838&type=){target="_blank"
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Salary : $24