Overnight Counselor in Adolescent House

Position Available:

Overnight Counselor positions available immediately. Full Time Shifts. Weekends.

Job Location:

Kids In Crisis
One Salem Street
Cos Cob, CT 06807

Phone:

(203)622-6556

Fax:

(203)661-3104

Email:

Send resume, cover letter and salary history to humanresources@kidsincrisis.org

Web:

www.kidsincrisis.org

 





Kids In Crisis is a non-profit agency providing short-term counseling and shelter services for children newborn through age 17.

We are seeking Counselors who will be responsible for maintaining a therapeutic atmosphere by providing high quality care to our clients, and monitoring and coordinating all areas of client activities. Counselors will help clients to meet planned goals, participate in crisis intervention and behavior management programs, and teach life skills. Most importantly, we are looking for someone who can set a good example and serve as a role model for our children and teens.

The Counselor will make comprehensive observations, maintain records and discuss client progress towards goals/objectives. Positions will be available at our crisis shelter for children newborn to age 12 and/or at our teen shelter for ages 12 to 17.

A Bachelor?s degree is required, preferably in a social or behavioral science. Work, volunteer, or intern experience in human services is a plus. You must have the ability to work in a team environment and exercise good judgment. Counselors must be willing to work a schedule that  includes nights and weekends as we provide 24 hour, 7 day a week service to clients. Supervision is available on an ongoing basis.

Kids in Crisis offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits plan, including 403B, and an outstanding opportunity for professional growth.

Put your strengths and skills into play as a member of our dedicated team of professionals who help make a difference in children?s lives.

Base starting salary: $30,000 with incentive increase for on-the- job acquired certification (CPR, medicine administration,etc)