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Free, round-the-clock help for children, teens and parents

Since its founding in 1978, Kids in Crisis has helped more than 80,000 Connecticut children and families; in 2007 more than 8,100 children and families received assistance from the organization.

Based in Cos Cob, Kids in Crisis provides services to children of all socio- economic conditions in Fairfield County, including those in Darien, Greenwich, New Canaan, Norwalk, Ridgefield, Stamford, Weston, Westport and Wilton.

For community programs call 203-622-6556

For Help call
203-327-KIDS


Employment
Join a dedicated team of professionals that truly care about children. Kids in Crisis is an equal opportunity employer. We currently are looking to fill the following positions:


Full and Part-Time Counselors
Overnight and Day/Evenings
Kids in Crisis seeks Counselors (full-time and part-time, both Overnight and Day/Evenings) who will be responsible for maintaining a therapeutic atmosphere on our campus by providing high quality care to our clients and monitoring and coordinating all areas of client activities.  Counselors will help clients to meet planned goals, participate in crisis intervention and behavior management programs, and teach life skills.  Most importantly, we are looking for someone who can set a good example and serve as a role model for our children and teens.

The Counselor will make comprehensive observations, maintain records and discuss client progress towards goals/objectives.  Positions will be available at our Crisis Nursery for children newborn to age 12 and at our Teen House for ages 12 to 17.

A Bachelor's degree is required, preferably in a social or behavioral science.  Work, volunteer or intern experience in human services is a plus.  You must have the ability to work in a team environment and exercise good judgment.  Counselors must be willing to work a schedule that may include nights and weekends as we provide 24-hour, 7-day-a-week service to clients.  Supervision is available on an ongoing basis.

Kids in Crisis offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits plan, including 403B, and an outstanding opportunity for professional growth. Interested applicants should send their resume to humanresources@kidsincrisis.org

Put your strengths and skills into play as a member of our dedicated team of professionals who help make a difference in children's lives.

Base starting salary:  $30,000 with incentive increase for one-the-job required certification (CPR, medication administration, etc).

How to Apply:
E-mail resume along with cover letter to humanresources@kidsincrisis.org
          Or
Fax to 203-881-3135 - attn Lori





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One Salem Street
Cos Cob, CT 06807
   office: 203.622.6556