Congregate Residential Counselor Full Time
HFLWBoston, Massachusetts, United States
Posted November 6, 2025
Full Time
About the Company
HFLW Brand, the oldest child‑welfare agency in America, delivers comprehensive support to over 15,000 children and families annually through a blend of community‑based and residential programs. Its core services—including foster care, special education, adoption, behavioral health, and aging‑out support—focus on restoring emotional, social, educational, and physical well‑being for children who have experienced abuse, neglect, or disrupted family life. By creating safe environments and fostering permanent, loving relationships, HFLW Brand provides a secure pathway toward brighter futures. The organization’s long‑standing reputation, innovative approach, and steadfast commitment to ensuring every child’s happiness set it apart as a leader in child welfare.
Job Description
The Home for Little Wanderers is seeking a Full Time Residential Counselor to provide a safe and secure environment for clients in their Therapeutic After School Program (TASP). The Residential Counselor will counsel, observe, and provide behavioral training, outreach support, advocacy and treatment to children and their families to facilitate reunification and/or long-term out of home placement.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- One year plus child care experience in a residential setting with similar population of children preferred
- Computer literate, including Microsoft Office and Internet Explorer, with the ability to learn new software applications
Benefits
- Generous time off including 11 holidays
- Health, Dental and Vision Insurance available
- Extensive training to new staff
- Tuition reimbursement
- 403(b) Retirement Plan
- Employer paid Long-term and Short-term Disability Insurance, plus Basic Life and AD&D Insurance