Relief / Per Diem Residential Counselor
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Stevens Children's Home, Inc.
Swansea, MA, US
Summary
The Residential Counselor provides mentorship and support to adolescents in a trauma-informed environment by facilitating daily routines and treatment goals. They are responsible for maintaining a safe, therapeutic setting and responding effectively to crisis situations.
Job Description
Relief / Per Diem Residential Counselor
Stevens Treatment Programs
NO MANDATED OR FORCED SHIFTS
Make a real impact—every single day.
At Stevens Treatment Programs, we support adolescents navigating complex behavioral and mental health challenges—often rooted in trauma and adverse life experiences. Through a structured, trauma-informed residential and educational environment, we help young people build stability, resilience, and the skills they need to move forward with confidence.
The Role
As a Relief / Per Diem Residential Counselor, you are a steady, reliable presence in a young person’s life. You’ll mentor, guide, and support youth through daily routines, challenges, and milestones—helping them build trust, confidence, and coping skills that last far beyond their time in our care.
You’ll work alongside clinicians and educators to support individualized treatment plans in meaningful, practical ways.
What You’ll Do
• Build supportive, consistent relationships with youth
• Maintain a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment
• Partner with clinical and education teams to support treatment goals
• Coach youth in coping skills, emotional regulation, and daily living skills
• Respond calmly and effectively during moments of crisis
• Support daily programming, activities, transportation, and routines as needed
• Maintain appropriate documentation and communication with the treatment team
• Participate in required training and professional development
Who You Are
• Patient, grounded, and emotionally intelligent
• Reliable and consistent—someone others can count on
• Comfortable in fast-moving, high-impact environments
• Flexible and willing to support the program when needed
• Motivated by purpose-driven work that truly matters
Relief / Per Diem Expectations
This is a flexible, as-needed position. There are NO mandated or forced shifts.
• Relief staff are expected to work a minimum of 24 hours per month during their first six months.
• After the initial six-month period, relief staff are expected to work at least 40 hours per quarter to remain active in the relief pool.
• Shifts are offered based on program needs and staff availability.
• Available shifts may include:
8:00 AM–4:00 PM
2:00 PM–10:00 PM
Shorter fill-in shifts as available
• Staff may select shifts based on their availability; there are no mandated or forced shifts.
Required Training
Relief staff are required to participate in one monthly training, held virtually on the first Wednesday of each month.
Training is an important part of maintaining active status and ensuring all relief staff are prepared to safely and effectively support youth.
Qualifications
• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid Driver’s License with acceptable driving record
• Successful background check (EEC)
• Experience working with adolescents or special populations preferred, but not required
• Ability to successfully complete required training
Compensation
• $19.50–$20.50/hour, based on experience, education, and schedule
• +$1.00/hour for bilingual Spanish fluency
• Up to +$1.00/hour additional for medication administration, as applicable
• Holiday pay, as applicable
Why Stevens?
Because this work matters. Because consistency changes lives. Because the right support at the right time can alter a young person’s future.
Stevens Treatment Programs is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful environment for all staff and youth. Applicants of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
