Overnight Juvenile Justice Youth Counselor

NFI Massachusetts Inc., a non-profit human services agency, is currently seeking an Overnight Juvenile Justice Youth Counselor for our program located in Peabody, MA.

These programs are residential DYS programs for adolescent males (ages 13-20) referred by the MA Department of Youth Services. They are well staffed programs with Administrators, licensed clinicians, teachers, direct care staff and other support staff. The program structure includes classes 5.5 hours per day, individual and group counseling, life skills and pre-vocational skills training. Rehabilitation followed by supported community reintegration is the ultimate goal of the program.

This is a highly responsible position in the Juvenile Justice System, and a great opportunity for individuals looking to gain experience for careers in the Juvenile Justice and/or Child Welfare systems as well as law enforcement, corrections and probation.

We are seeking enthusiastic, dedicated and caring individuals with strong inter-personal skills to provide direct care to youth served within the program. Candidates must have strong communication skills, demonstrated ability in working with teenagers, the ability to set limits, adhere to program policies and procedures, and work well within a team setting.

The goal is to provide these youth support, mentoring, guidance and to demonstrate positive role modeling so they may elect healthier choices to and learn new skills to use upon their discharge from the program.

Status: Full time/Part time available

Schedule: 3rd shift 11:00 pm-7:00 am. 

Hours per week 30-40

Hourly rate: $22.00

Benefits for full time employees include: 

Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Retirement Plan 3 weeks paid vacation time Tuition reimbursement, $2500 per fiscal year

Job Requirements:

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Criminal /Juvenile Justice preferred.
• Experience working with teenagers or a similar population.
• Valid driver's license and a reliable vehicle is a must.
• Must be 21 years of age.

Benefits for full time employees include: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, 403(b) Retirement Plan, 3 weeks paid vacation time, 11 paid holidays and Tuition reimbursement up to $2500 per fiscal year.

NFI Massachusetts Inc., is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We seek to empower individuals and support the diversity and inclusivity within our workforce.

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