Seasonal / Summer Residential Counselor
Stevens Children's Home, Inc.
Location
Swansea, Massachusetts
Salary
$20 - $22 / HOUR
Quick overview
Provide hands-on care, mentoring, and role modeling for adolescents with complex behavioral and emotional needs in a residential setting. Support daily routines and respond to crisis situations with professionalism and compassion.
Requirements summary
Requires a High School Diploma or GED, a valid driver's license, and the ability to pass a background check. Experience working with adolescents or in residential settings is required for the seasonal position.
Job description
No mandatory or forced shifts – ever. Apply Now!
Make a lasting impact this summer. Join a mission-driven team supporting adolescents in a structured, trauma-informed residential setting. Stevens Treatment Programs is currently hiring seasonal fill-in (relief) and part-time Residential Counselors for the summer months to work directly with youth in our Residential Education Program and Intensive Treatment Residence (ITR)—highly structured programs for adolescents with complex behavioral and emotional needs, many of whom have experienced trauma or other adverse life events.
What You’ll Do
Residential Counselors are hands-on caregivers, mentors, and role models.
They
- Build meaningful, therapeutic relationships with youth
- Support youth through their daily routines, including hygiene, meals, recreation, and bedtime
- Help teach life skills, emotional regulation, and healthy peer interactions
- Respond to crisis situations with professionalism, compassion, and teamwork
- Participate in recreational activities, summer programming, and off-campus trips
Who We’re Looking For
We’re seeking individuals who are
- Patient, reliable, and calm under pressure
- Committed to making a difference in the lives of vulnerable youth
- Comfortable working in a structured, team-based environment
- Available to work on a part-time or fill-in basis during the summer
Experience working with adolescents or in residential settings is required for the seasonal position. We provide additional training.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED required
- Must pass a background check (per EEC guidelines)
- Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record
- Willingness to obtain Safety-Care (provided by Stevens)
- Pay & Schedule
- $19.50–$21.50/hour based on experience, education, and schedule
- Additional $1.00/hour for demonstrated bilingual fluency in Spanish
- Holiday pay available for eligible shifts
- Part-time (32 hour) - Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 8:00 am - 2:00 pm; Wednesday 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
- This temporary position is not eligible for most benefits.
- Why Stevens?
- No mandated or forced shifts
- Supportive, team-based environment
- Comprehensive training provided
- Inclusive and mission-driven culture
At Stevens, we value cultural humility and are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for staff, youth, and families. Individuals of all backgrounds and identities are strongly encouraged to apply.
Join us this summer—and help a young person take the next step forward.
Benefits
- Holiday Pay