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Why Work for Gandara:

Explore the career pathways in Behavioral Health, Substance Use and Recovery, Community Based Clinical services, Adolescent and Family services, Adult Residential, Maintenance and Administration! Whether that is in an entry level or leadership role, Gandara will provide the tools and resources to better enhance your career growth. The opportunities are presented with the ability to transition your skills and experience in meeting the organizations mission. There is grand landscape of opportunities that supports the community we serve, so Join the Gándara team today!

Benefits:

• Retirement Plan 403(b)
• Health, Dental, Vision, Pet and Life Insurance
• Paid vacations
• Paid holidays
• 8 discretionary days
• Mileage Reimbursement

Job Title: Residential Counselor

Work Location: Springfield, MA

• Bilingual Candidates Encouraged to Apply

• EOE M/F/D/V

• Union/Non-Union

Job Summary:

We're looking for a Residential Counselor for our Youth Residential Program to maintain a therapeutic environment within the residence, which includes meeting the needs of the client in the following areas: safety, medical, emotional, food, clothing, and shelter. To participate in the development of reasonable limits and structure for each child and to implement these limits on a daily basis in the residence and community in a fair and consistent manner.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• To implement each client's individual Level Plan objectives under the direction of the Clinical Supervisor and Direct Care Supervisor.
• To accurately log all required documentation.
• Responsible for acting as a "Staff Advocate" for one client.
• Necessary to meet overall program and agency goals, and provide support to management and program staff.
• To work as a cooperative team member and to be a positive role model for clients.
• To assist clients in carrying out daily tasks and responsibilities including cleaning, cooking, maintenance, and laundry. To willingly perform these tasks when clients in a fair and consistent manner.
• To plan and organize a variety of appropriate recreational and social activities.
• To assume other duties and responsibilities as requested by the Program Director or Program Supervisor

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma/GED required.
• Previous work in the related field dealing with youths is preferred.
• Must possess the ability to communicate effectively in a professional manner both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work as a team member.

The Gándara Mental Health Center provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training