Residential Counselor - Social Services

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At Eliot, your work has purpose. You’ll be part of a compassionate, mission-driven team committed to resilience, empowerment, and lasting change. We foster an inclusive workplace where all backgrounds and perspectives are valued, creating a culture of belonging and professional growth.

Benefits at Eliot

We prioritize your well-being, work-life balance, and career growth. Benefit eligible positions include:

Generous Paid Time Off – Vacation, sick time, and paid holidays

Comprehensive Benefits – Medical, dental, and vision plans

Retirement Savings – 401(k) with employer match

Wellness & Family Support – Discounted fitness services and access to trusted childcare resources

Financial Security – 100% company-paid life and accidental death insurance

Professional Growth – Ongoing training, career advancement programs, tuition reimbursement, and leadership development

Eliot is seeking a Residential Counselor I to join our Social Services residential program designed to provide immediate and short term placement for children ages 0 to 12 that need specialized support and services as they heal from traumatic events that have shaped their young lives. Our ideal candidate will have the ability to establish a positive rapport with a culturally and economically diverse group of children and families and to deliver services within the established trauma informed and strengths-based frameworks.

Responsibilities:

Daily coordination of youth in completing scheduled activities to include school, appointments, play and other activities.

Actively monitor and participate in community service, recreation, visits, family time, and other off-ground activities.

Lead shifts as assigned

Safely transport youth to activities, appointments, school, work, and visits.

Serve as an Advocate for assigned youth and complete Advocate Reports, and other required documentation,as required.

Qualifications:

High School diploma and at least one year of related experience with the population.

Must be able to adhere to a model of care that focuses on Trauma-Informed Care and Interventions.

Demonstrate sound judgment and effective, solution-focused, problem-solving skills.

Ability to work effectively with diverse populations and cultural groups

Schedule:

2pm-10pm, Friday- Monday (Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday off) 32 hours per week

2pm-10pm, Sunday-Thursday (Friday, Saturday off)

2pm-10pm, Tuesday-Saturday (Sunday, Monday off)

10pm-6am, Friday- Monday (Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday off) 32 hours per week

Hourly Rate

$20 — $20 USD

At Eliot, we are committed to supporting you at every stage of your career, providing opportunities for growth, purpose, and community. We foster belonging in the workplace by identifying and removing barriers that may prevent individuals of all backgrounds from reaching their full potential, advancing into leadership roles, and fully engaging at all levels of the organization.

Apply today and make a difference.