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- 4-5 weeks paid vacation, 2 personal days and 13 holidays
- On-site discounted daycare
- Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Forgiveness Program
- Professional Development and ongoing support
- Health and Wellness benefits
- Retirement savings and several other perks
- Bachelor's degree or 1 year of relevant experience
- Willingness to work with students who engage in challenging behaviors
- Valid Driver's License
- CPR training completion through NECC within 6 months of employment
- Successful completion of NECC training - Physical and Verbal De-escalation training (CALM) and Medication Administration training (ability to get MAP Certified)
Adult Services Counselor - Southborough, United States - New England Center for Children Inc
Description
$10,000 Sign-on Bonus*Are you looking for a rewarding career working with children with autism? The New England Center for Children (NECC), is looking for individuals who are passionate about helping our students lead more independent lives. NECC is a global leader in autism education and research. We provide a comprehensive structure to help children and young adults with autism through evidence-based services in home-based, day, and residential programs, in unison with ongoing research on educational best practices.
Adult Services Counselors work in our residential adult services program and provide direct care support to our adult consumers. Counselors are trained to use ABA therapy to implement and enhance their clinical, educational, and vocational skills and will assist with activities of daily living such as bathing, cooking, cleaning, toileting, and shopping. They are also trained in medication administration (MAP), student/van transportation, and verbal and physical de-escalation of challenging behaviors (CALM training), allowing our students to effectively communicate their needs, improve their problem-solving skills, and maintain their well-being.
Benefits
We believe that fostering diversity and equity makes us a stronger, more successful community.
*Sign-on bonuses are reviewed consistently by executive leadership and are based on need. The posted bonus amounts can be adjusted or canceled at any time. All sign-on bonuses confirmed at the time the formal offer is accepted will be honored and noted in the formal offer.