Overnight Skills Counselors in LUK’s Residential Services are important members of the team that work with youth placed in LUK’s congregate care programs during overnight hours. In this role, staff maintain a safe, structured, and supportive environment while fostering therapeutic relationships with youth.

Overnight Skills Counselors are responsible for providing consistent supervision throughout the night, ensuring the safety and well-being of all residents. This includes completing routine bed checks, responding to youth needs, and maintaining a calm, trauma-informed milieu that promotes rest and stability. While the overnight shift has a reduced activity schedule, Skills Counselors continue to reinforce skill development by supporting youth in routines related to hygiene, sleep, and independent living skills, in alignment with individual treatment plans and the program model.

Staff are responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and home-like environment, including completing light housekeeping tasks and supporting the overall upkeep of the residence. Overnight staff also play a critical role in preparing the program for the following day, including documentation, organization of materials, and communication with incoming staff.

Skills Counselors manage crises that may arise, with the support of the staff team. It is imperative that staff use appropriate language and tone when setting expectations and limits for clients. All staff must maintain appropriate therapeutic and professional boundaries with residents.

Throughout all tasks, timely and accurate documentation is required. Staff must comply with all contractual, licensing, and safety standards and maintain current certifications for CPR/First Aid and CPI – non-violent crisis intervention. Training is provided

The qualified candidate will preferably have an Associate’s degree in a human service field and 1-5 years of experience in a residential setting. Successful candidates will possess excellent client care and verbal intervention skills. Excellent communication and computer skills are an asset. Valid driver’s license required.

This is a full-time position located in North Central Massachusetts. Work will take place within the residential setting and within the community. Community-based travel is expected. Bilingual/bicultural candidates are encouraged to apply.

In addition to very competitive salaries LUK offers a substantial and unique benefit package found here .

Introduction to LUK, Inc.

LUK has deep roots in Central Massachusetts. We’re driven by our values and we’re serious about our work. It’s not easy work, but it is rewarding! With Crisis as our middle name (LUK Crisis Center), we are well versed in handling all kinds of issues that may arise. LUK exists to help people thrive – the people we serve and the people who work here. We appreciate creative thinking, uniqueness, and tenacity. We encourage staff to participate in numerous opportunities to grow as an individual and a member of a team, influence others and be influenced, be your best and do your best. We provide individualized services to the people we work with and offer flexibility so that staff can meet responsibilities at work and outside of work. The community is “LUK-y” to have the skills, experience, and talent of our staff!

Purpose:

Overnight Skills Counselors provide consistent supervision while developing and maintaining therapeutic relationships with youth. They ensure a safe, structured, and supportive overnight environment that aligns with each youth’s individual treatment plan, as well as the program’s model and philosophy.

Responsibilities Include:

• Maintain the safety and well-being of each resident throughout overnight hours, including completing routine bed checks and responding to youth needs
• Maintain a calm, trauma-informed therapeutic milieu that promotes rest, stability, and a sense of safety
• Provide a safe, clean, and home-like environment by completing light housekeeping tasks and supporting the overall upkeep of the residence
• Support implementation of therapeutic services consistent with the program model, philosophy, and each resident’s individual treatment plan, with a focus on overnight routines
• Effectively manage crises that may arise during overnight hours, utilizing de-escalation strategies and seeking additional support as needed
• Use appropriate language and tone when setting expectations and limits for clients
• Implement and actively participate in the activity schedule with the goal of encouraging adaptive behaviors and improve social skills
• Assist and teach residents skills necessary for self-care and activities of daily living
• Participate in medication management for residents
• Provide transportation for residents as needed
• Complete documentation as required and assigned
• Maintain therapeutic and professional boundaries
• Comply with all contractual, licensing, and safety standards
• Maintain up to date certifications for CPR/First Aid and CPI
• Attend and participate in scheduled supervisions and LUK trainings
• Gain an understanding and commitment to LUK’s Mission, Vision, and Values and provide congruent services

Knowledge and Experience Required:

• Associate’s Degree in Human Services or closely related field preferred
• 1-5 years of experience working in a residential setting preferred
• Bilingual/bicultural candidates encouraged to apply

Skills and Abilities:

• Strong self-regulation skills
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Computer skills
• Driver’s license

How to Apply:

Submit a cover letter and resume sharing your interest and unique qualifications for this position to:

Mail: Director of Human Resources

LUK, Inc.

545 Westminster Street

Fitchburg, MA 01420

Email: with the subject line “Residential Skills Counselor”

FAX:

Job Location:

The Residential Skills Counselor will work in North Central Massachusetts. Transportation required.

Salary Range and Benefits:

Pay Range: 12. Salary Range: $43,680 – $45,000. Salary ranges within each pay grade are based on qualifications, skills, and experience.

For benefit-eligible positions, LUK provides an extensive and unique benefit package. For more information on LUK’s employment benefits please visit:

Position Overview:

LUK Division: Residential Services

LUK Component: N/A

Direct Supervisor: Program Manager

LUK Staffing Category: 10

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EOE and Diversity Commitment

LUK is committed to fostering a welcoming and supportive workplace and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our team includes talented professionals from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences – from those with firsthand knowledge of the communities we serve to recent graduates and experienced professionals. We believe that bringing together people with different perspectives makes us stronger and better equipped to serve our communities.