LEAD RESIDENTIAL COUNSELOR

Job Description

Job DescriptionJob Description

Pine Haven Boys Center is set on just over 100 acres located 10 minutes south of Concord and 15 minutes north of Manchester.

We are looking for candidates who are interested in beginning or continuing a career in the Human Services field. The ideal candidate is interested in modeling and teaching healthy life skills and behaviors for kids using trauma-informed and therapeutic approaches.

Pine Haven is a private, non-profit, non-sectarian, intensive residential facility that cares for boys with behavioral, educational, and emotional challenges due to severe neglect and trauma.

Job Overview

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Lead Residential Counselor to join our team. As a Lead Residential Counselor, you will provide support and ensure a therapeutic environment for children who have experienced trauma, abuse and neglect. You will also be responsible for leading the residential staff as needed during shifts. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of others.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety, ethical treatment, and well-being of residents at all times

• Acting as a positive role model for residents while teaching daily living and leisure skills

• Promote resident rights

• Develop and maintain appropriate and constructive relationships with the children

• Create and maintain a therapeutic environment

• Organize and participate in recreational activities

• Managing kids when they become dysregulated by using de-escalation skills and other therapeutic, safe methods as needed

• Respond to emergencies and provide first aid as needed

Skills

• Experience working with children with behavioral challenges is preferred

• Knowledge of working with children with trauma

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Compassionate and patient demeanor

Schedule

Our schedule runs in two groups:

• Sunday–Wednesday

• Wednesday–Saturday

Weekday shifts typically go from 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM, and weekend shifts run 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM.
Holidays and school vacation days will mirror the weekend shifts.

Qualifications

• Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age

• A Bachelor's Degree in a Human Services field is preferred. Associate's Degrees in combination with five years of experience in a similar setting will be considered

• Must possess the verbal techniques necessary to deescalate a crisis situation and the physical ability to control aggressive, violent behavior in a therapeutic, safe way

• Must be able to become certified in Crisis Prevention Intervention, First Aid, CPR, and any other interventions pertaining to your position or required by your supervisor

• This position requires evening, weekend, and holiday availability. This is mostly a second shift schedule, with typical shifts running from 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM on weekdays and 8:00 or 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM on weekends and holidays

If you are passionate about providing quality care and support to individuals in need, we encourage you to apply for the position of Lead Residential Counselor. Join our team and make a difference in the lives of those we serve.Job Type:

Full-time

Pay:

Based on experience

Expected Hours:

40 – 45 per week

Benefits

• 403(b) retirement plan

• Dental insurance

• Disability insurance

• Health insurance

• Life insurance

• Paid orientation

• Paid sick time

• Paid time off

• Vision insurance

Schedule

• Evening shift

• Holidays

• On call

• Overtime

Education

• Associate (Required)

Ability to Relocate

• Allenstown, NH 03275: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person