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Direct Support Professional II - Children's Congregate Care

1/11/2026

The Residential Counselor will align student education and residential services with IEP and ILP plans, assist residents with daily routines, and complete required documentation. They will also supervise activities, perform household chores, and advocate for clients' rights.

Salary

20.5 - 22.5 USD

Working Hours

32 hours/week

Company Size

1,001-5,000 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

No

About The Company
Seven Hills Foundation promotes and encourages the empowerment of people with disabilities and significant life challenges so that each may pursue their highest possible degree of personal well-being and independence. Currently offering programming at 190 locations throughout Massachusetts and Rhode Island, Seven Hills Foundation employs more than 4,600 professionals. The Foundation offers a continuum of support and services to more than 28,000 children and adults through 14 Affiliate organizations. Remember – “To the world you may be one person – but to one person you may be the world” - Be that person at Seven Hills!
About the Role

Overview

 

 

 

 

 

$2,000 Sign-On Bonus!

$20.50-$22.50 per hour 

 

Crotched Mountain School & Village, a program of Seven Hills New Hampshire, is looking for a Residential Counselor to join our outstanding team of professionals dedicated to enhancing the lives of our students.

About Crotched Mountain School:

Crotched Mountain School (CMS), a program of Seven Hills New Hampshire, hosts innovative special education, recreation, arts, music, and vocational programming for students, aged 5-21, who are on the autism spectrum, and/or have disabilities and other challenges that are better supported in an alternative, least-restrictive environment to their local public school system. Students have the option to live year-round in the appointed residences on the sprawling campus located in Greenfield, New Hampshire. Situated on thousands of acres of preserved habitat, CMS offers a therapeutic environment in which students are encouraged to explore and thrive.

 

 

Crotched Mountain School & Village Offers Exceptional Benefits for Full-Time Employees:

 

  • Health Insurance: Offered through Blue Cross Blue Shield, with generous company contribution!
  • Enhanced Retirement Plan: 25% - 33% Employer match based on tenure!
  • Student Loan Assistance: Consolidation, counseling, & limited employer contribution!
  • Discounted Tuition with College & University Partnerships!
  • Tuition Assistance: Reimbursed or prepaid college coursework!
  • Home Mortgage Initiative: Favorable down payment (3-5%), reduced closing costs co-paid by Seven Hills!
  • Generous Accrued Paid Vacation: 3 weeks in your first year!
  • Vacation Cash-Out Option
  • Paid Personal Days
  • 11 Paid Holidays 
  • Accrued Paid Sick Time

Responsibilities

Residential Counselor Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Align student education and residential services with IEP and ILP plans.
  • Assist residents with residential programs and daily routines, including ADLs and personal care.
  • Complete required record-keeping, data collection, and documentation.
  • Select and supervise activities suited to each resident’s capabilities.
  • Attend program and behavior meetings, orientation, and training sessions.
  • Perform household chores, with or without student assistance.
  • Ensure residents are dressed appropriately, respecting their rights and dignity.
  • Advocate for and protect clients' rights per current policies and procedures.
  • Maintain a mature and positive attitude with residents, staff, and guardians.
  • Perform other duties as directed.

 

Hours:

 

Back-End of the week - Wednesday through Saturday (4-day work week!)

  • Wednesday - Friday 2:00pm - 10:00pm
  • Saturdays 7:00am - 10:00pm

Other shifts are available. Apply now to discuss options during intro call.

Qualifications

  • Must be at least 21 years old.
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Physical requirements may include (but are not limited to) bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, sitting/standing for extended periods, lifting up to 50 lbs.

 

 

Why Join Us?

  • Competitive salary with a $2000 sign-on bonus.
  • Excellent benefits for full-time employees.
  • Four-day work weeks 
  • Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on residents' lives.

 

 

Ready to make a difference? Apply now and be part of our mission to support and empower children and their families!

 

Key Skills
Residential CounselingAdvocacyRecord KeepingData CollectionActivity SupervisionPersonal CareCommunicationTeamworkProblem SolvingPositive AttitudeBehavior ManagementTime ManagementAdaptabilityEmpathyOrganizationLeadership
Categories
EducationSocial ServicesHealthcareHuman ResourcesCustomer Service & Support
Benefits
Health InsuranceEnhanced Retirement PlanStudent Loan AssistanceDiscounted TuitionTuition AssistanceHome Mortgage InitiativeGenerous Accrued Paid VacationVacation Cash-Out OptionPaid Personal DaysPaid HolidaysAccrued Paid Sick Time
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