American School for the Deaf
Location
West Hartford, Connecticut
The Residential Counselor is primarily responsible for supervising deaf and hard of hearing children and adolescents during both in-school and out-of-school hours, including managing meals and encouraging personal growth activities. Key duties involve assisting students with personal needs like hygiene and mobility, implementing Positive Behavior Intervention Support (PBIS), and maintaining necessary reports and logs.
Candidates must be able to work collaboratively, anticipate and de-escalate behavioral issues, and demonstrate good judgment and dependability while managing crisis situations. Essential requirements include the ability to lift 50 pounds regularly and frequent participation in staff training, including Physical/Psychological Management Training (PMT) workshops.
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Closing Date: Until filled
REV: 08/06/2025
POST: 03/19/2026
The American School for the Deaf (ASD) is the oldest school for the deaf, founded in 1817 by Thomas Hopkins Gallaudet and Laurent Clerc. The American School for the Deaf is committed to serving deaf and hard of hearing infants, youth, and their families in development of intellect and the enhancement of quality of life utilizing specially designed instruction through an American Sign Language and English Bilingual Approach, empowering them to become educated and self-directed life-long learners.
Position: Residential Counselor
Department: Student Life
Supervisor: Dean of Students
Description: 12 months – Benefits eligible
Union or NCB: Union
Friday: 8:45pm – 8:45am
Saturday: 8:45pm – 8:45am
Sunday: 8:15pm – 8:45am
Under the supervision of the PACES or Core Dean of Students, and/or the Coordinator of Student Support Services, the Residential Counselor is responsible for the supervision of children and adolescents during school and/or out-of-school hours and the assumption of other responsibilities as designated by the PACES or Core Dean of Students, and/or Student Support Services Coordinator
ASD is ALL ways able. Should you require an accommodation for applying to this position, please contact the Human Resources Department at: JobOpportunities@asd-1817.org [JobOpportunities@testasd1817.onmicrosoft.com]
The American School for the Deaf does not discriminate on the basis of an individual's age, ancestry, color, genetic information, learning disability, marital status, past or present history of mental disability, intellectual disability, national origin, physical disability, race, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy, transgender status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or civil union status) work place hazards to reproductive systems, and criminal record (in state employment and licensing).
Market context
Connecticut residential counselor roles often draw steady interest because facilities need dependable overnight staff who can respond to behavioral concerns and support safe routines. This role is competitive for candidates who can stay calm in crisis, work well with a team, and meet the physical demands of lifting 50 pounds regularly. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your schedule, training availability, and comfort with weekend overnight coverage before applying.
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