Rehabilitation Counselor Position Available In Worcester, Massachusetts

Rehabilitation Counselor
The New England Center for Children • ITTSouthborough, MA
Direct Care & EducationFull Time, Day/Evening, Day/early evening mix
Posted 06/11/2025Req # 2130 Embrace a rewarding career at The New England Center for Children, a global leader in providing outstanding care and Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) instruction to students with autism. Our commitment to fostering independence and enhancing the quality of life for individuals with autism extends across borders. If you are passionate about making a global impact and working with diverse cultures, we invite you to apply for the position of Rehabilitation Counselor. Rehabilitation Counselors play a vital role in our residential program, providing direct care instruction to our students and ensuring their growth and independence. They collaborate with specialists and coordinators to develop an individualized curriculum to enhance skills such as communication and social skills, and activities of daily living (i.e. cooking, showering, self-care). Rehabilitation Counselors are also trained in 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 5 weeks’ paid vacation and 2 personal days
FREE on-site master’s programs through Simmons University (MEd Autism Specialization) and Western New England University (MS Applied Behavior Analysis)
Relocation and Housing Assistance
Tuition Reimbursement Professional Development and ongoing support Health and wellness benefits
Retirement savings
Many ways to become involved through Employee Resource Groups, committees, etc. Qualifications 2+ years of experience minimum working with students with special needs, profound autism experience preferred
H1B visa sponsorship eligibility
Bachelor’s degree Willingness to help students who engage in challenging behaviors
Must be able to communicate and provide verbal instruction clearly with our students
A valid International Driver’s License is required with the ability to gain a Massachusetts license within 2 months of employment.
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 become MAP Certified) 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. NECC is committed to an inclusive culture where all students, employees, families, and partners feel welcome, safe, and valued.
We believe that fostering diversity and equity makes us a stronger, more successful community. For more information regarding DEI at NECC, please visit: https://www.necc.org/dei/