The Home for Little Wanderers
Location
Walpole, Massachusetts
Implement a trauma-informed care model to support adolescent youth in developing coping and life skills. Maintain a safe environment while facilitating recreational and educational activities to prepare youth for community transition.
Requires a high school diploma or equivalency and the ability to pass a CORI background check. One or more years of experience working with youth is preferred.
This position is eligible for a bonus!
The Home in Walpole is a residential treatment placement for adolescent youth who need specialized treatment as they heal from the traumatic events that have shaped their young lives. Youth who live on the campus are part of a greater community which includes Clifford Academy, a Massachusetts Chapter 766 Special Education School. The campus is located on 166 scenic acres in Walpole and offers recreational activities such as a state of the art gym, and walking trails for youth to explore. Our strength-based clinical services help youth learn to manage their behaviors while preparing them for life in the community.
The Home in Walpole is looking for Residential Counselors to make a difference in the lives of youth ages 13-19 with trauma histories, developmental delays, and/or Autism Spectrum Disorder diagnosis. To learn more about the incredible impact our employees have on the lives of children and families, click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NyfZiLgQ-Ag [https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.youtube.com%2Fwatch%3Fv%3DNyfZiLgQ-Ag&data=05%7C02%7Ccpladziewicz%40thehome.org%7C8b3229b5d81e42bf65fa08dc24026e03%7C49bd639b22cc492a8b69890cf10854a2%7C0%7C0%7C638424840068820726%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=jEutmOypAHhpZ%2F%2BPbAVvLmtVLxgjvd9E1A7%2BNOphS3s%3D&reserved=0]
Residential Counselors can enroll in The Home’s Impact Corps - a fellowship learning track designed to provide adults with an opportunity to help serve vulnerable children and young adults while gaining industry experience in counseling, education, clinical roles, and leadership. Along the way, gain new training, hone your skills, and be eligible for bonuses adding up to $5,000 upon successful completion! To learn more, visit: bit.ly/3ONYlOg
The pay range listed represents the company’s good faith estimate of the salary or wage range for this position at the time of posting, as required under applicable law. Actual compensation will be based on a variety of factors, including a candidate’s relevant experience, education, skills, and internal equity relative to other employees in similar roles. Candidates with less directly related experience may be placed toward the lower end of the range, while those with extensive or specialized experience may be placed toward the higher end. Market conditions and budget considerations may also influence final pay decisions.
We are committed to excellence in diversity, equity, and inclusion, while simultaneously creating a culture that supports those values. We believe the differences we bring enhance our ability to provide exceptional service and care to diverse children, families, and communities. Moreover, diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging align with our values and our mission to help vulnerable children and their families build permanent, positive change.
Market context
Congregate residential counselor roles in Massachusetts typically see steady demand because programs serving youth need staff who can support daily routines, safety, and behavior management. Competition often centers on candidates with youth experience, comfort with background screening, and readiness for shift-based work. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly confirm fit, then prepare a brief example of your youth-support experience before applying.
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