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

Additional Benefits:

Career Growth Opportunities Culturally Diverse population Clinical Licensing Support

Job Title: Residential Counselor

Work Location: Springfield, MA

 

  *Bilingual Candidates Encouraged to Apply 

*EOE M/F/D/V

*Union/Non-Union

  

Job Summary:

We are looking for a Residential Counselor I Worker for our SHINE Young Adult Housing Program. This role calls to maintain a youth-centered, safe and therapeutic environment within an overnight emergency shelter setting for young adults experiencing homelessness. The Residential Counselor I Worker ensures that program participants follow all program rules and expectations and receive necessary support services and ensures that emergency situations are handled and reported in a professional manner.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Good communication skills both verbal and in writing. Ability to deal with conflict in an appropriate manner. Ability to master First Aid, CPR, Defensive Driving, Fire Safety and crisis intervention Ability to maintain proper attendance. Sound judgment. Work well as a team member. Must be able to physically walk rounds of the property.

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent required. At least one year of experience working in a related field dealing with youth preferred. Must have valid driver’s license. Must meet Agency requirements for driving history records. Must have availability of an automobile to transport clients or perform other supportive services as necessary. Bilingual English/Spanish preferred but not required.

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