Residential Counselor

Compensation 

The pay range for this position is $19.00 to $25.00 per hour. 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.

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 or older.
• High School Diploma required.
• Bachelor's Degree, with a major course work in human services, psychology, social work, or sociology preferred.
• Ability to express ideas clearly in both written and oral communications.
• Ability to independently plan and organize one’s own schedule and activities to successfully complete all required tasks.
• Mental health program experience with adolescents preferred. Knowledge of basic Microsoft computer systems and internet preferred.
• Background Check: Acceptable driving record check, Nationwide Alpha background check, State of CT criminal background, and DCF background check.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment physical examination.
• Ability to be certified in BCC.
• A valid driver’s license in state of residency and approval to drive from JRI insurance to drive for JRI business.
• Ability to be certified in American Red Cross CPR/First Aid.
• Ability to express ideas clearly in both written and oral communications. Ability to independently plan and organize one’s own schedule and activities to successfully complete all required tasks. Ability to independently plan and organize one’s own schedule and activities to successfully complete all required tasks.
• Eligibility for certification in Medication Administration for DCF and/or DDS
• Availability to work any shift, including nights, weekends, and holidays to meet the staffing needs of the program in the event of staffing shortage. Ability to meet the requirements of the mandated staff policy if the need arises.