Part Time Overnight Weekend Counselor, New Chardon
Pine Street Inn · Boston, MA
- On site
- Part-time
- $60,000 / year
- Boston, MA
Job highlights
- Provide awake overnight coverage for tenants.
- Conduct regular building rounds and wellness checks.
- Assist tenants, enforce rules, and provide intervention.
- Report maintenance issues and support team goals.
- Requires one year of human services experience.
About the role
Part Time Overnight Weekend Counselor
SCHEDULE: 16 hours, Saturday - Sunday, 11:00 p.m. - 7:30 a.m.
Pay: $21.40 - $30 per hour (Salary ranges provided are based on relevant experience and skill set)
Shift Differential: Plus $2.00 for every hour worked between 11:00 p.m. – 7:00 a.m.
Retention Bonus: $3,000.00 ($1,000.00 at 12 months, $2,000.00 at 24 months)
LOCATION: 41 New Chardon Street, Boston, MA
SUMMARY OF POSITION:
The Weekend Residential Counselor will provide awake overnight coverage, doing regular rounds throughout the building, being available to tenants as necessary, assisting with regular daily tenant wellness checks, observing and upholding the rights of tenants, overseeing occupancy agreement and house rule compliance, setting limits when appropriate, and providing crisis intervention as necessary. Counselors will contribute to the physical upkeep of the building by noting any housekeeping or maintenance issues that arise during their shift, resolving these problems where possible, and forwarding concerns to appropriate staff for later resolution when necessary. May be assigned to other Supportive Housing sites as necessary. Occasional daytime availability during the weekdays will be required for trainings, meetings, and other obligations. This person will be an important member of a team, which has as its goal assisting our tenants to achieve the very highest possible quality of life.
Requirements:
EDUCATION/TRAINING:
- Required: High School diploma or GED, Some basic prior human services trainings
- Preferred: Advanced training in human services work, Training in Motivational Interviewing and Trauma – Informed Care
Knowledge/Experience:
- Required: Minimum of one (1) year of prior work experience working with individuals suffering from complex disabilities in a shelter, community residence, or in an inpatient setting; Experience maintaining a safe environment for clients in a program setting; Experience as a human services team member; Familiarity with the concepts of rehabilitation and consumer empowerment; Experience working with dually diagnosed individuals; Experience assisting people with ADL skills; Effective writing and verbal communication skills
- Preferred: Previous experience working with a Housing First/Stabilization model; Experience working with the homeless population
Key skills/competency
- Crisis Intervention
- Tenant Support
- Overnight Coverage
- Human Services
- Trauma-Informed Care
- Motivational Interviewing
- ADL Assistance
- Housing First Model
- Communication Skills
- Teamwork
Skills & topics
- Counselor
- Overnight
- Weekend
- Part Time
- Human Services
- Shelter
- Crisis Intervention
- Tenant Support
- Boston Jobs
- Social Services
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your experience with complex disabilities, shelter settings, and ADL assistance.
- Showcase relevant skills: Emphasize crisis intervention, communication, and teamwork in your application.
- Prepare for interviews: Be ready to discuss your experience with the homeless population and Housing First models.
- Demonstrate empathy: Convey your commitment to improving tenant quality of life and empowering individuals.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What are the specific overnight responsibilities for a Part Time Overnight Weekend Counselor at Pine Street Inn?
- As a Part Time Overnight Weekend Counselor at Pine Street Inn, your primary responsibilities include providing awake overnight coverage, conducting regular building rounds, performing tenant wellness checks, and being available to assist tenants as needed. You will also be responsible for upholding tenant rights, ensuring compliance with occupancy agreements and house rules, setting limits when necessary, and providing crisis intervention. Additionally, you'll contribute to building upkeep by reporting maintenance or housekeeping issues.
- What is the pay and bonus structure for the Part Time Overnight Weekend Counselor role at Pine Street Inn?
- The Part Time Overnight Weekend Counselor role at Pine Street Inn offers a competitive hourly wage between $21.40 and $30, based on experience. You will also receive a $2.00 shift differential for all hours worked between 11:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. Furthermore, there is a retention bonus totaling $3,000.00, payable in two installments: $1,000.00 at 12 months and $2,000.00 at 24 months of employment.
- What qualifications are required for the Part Time Overnight Weekend Counselor position at Pine Street Inn?
- To be considered for the Part Time Overnight Weekend Counselor position at Pine Street Inn, you need a High School diploma or GED and some basic prior human services training. A minimum of one year of experience working with individuals with complex disabilities in a shelter, community residence, or inpatient setting is also required. Experience in maintaining a safe environment, teamwork, and assisting with ADL skills are essential.
- What are the preferred qualifications for a Part Time Overnight Weekend Counselor at Pine Street Inn?
- Preferred qualifications for the Part Time Overnight Weekend Counselor role at Pine Street Inn include advanced training in human services, and specific training in Motivational Interviewing and Trauma-Informed Care. Previous experience with a Housing First/Stabilization model and direct experience working with the homeless population are also highly valued.
- What is the work schedule and location for the Part Time Overnight Weekend Counselor job at Pine Street Inn?
- This Part Time Overnight Weekend Counselor position involves working 16 hours per week, specifically on Saturdays and Sundays, from 11:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m. The primary work location is 41 New Chardon Street, Boston, MA. Occasional daytime availability during weekdays may be required for training and meetings.