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H-1B visa jobs for Residential Counselors exist at employers who structure the role around degree-level clinical or social services duties. Sponsoring employers file a Labor Condition Application with DOL and an I-129 petition with USCIS, granting H-1B status for up to three years, extendable to six.
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Get Access To All JobsAbout CRJ: Our Mission, Your Opportunity
Community Resources for Justice (CRJ) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to changing lives and strengthening communities through direct service, advocacy, and innovation. We operate across four core service lines:
- Community Strategies (CS): Supporting adults with developmental disabilities to live independently and thrive in their communities. Providing a range of top-quality residential and non-residential programs for men and women with intellectual or developmental disabilities in Massachusetts and New Hampshire. Our programs offer individual and group treatment and are geared toward promoting independence and improving life skills. Clients also receive support with job development, on-the-job coaching, and educational opportunities.
- Reentry Services (RS): Supporting people leaving incarceration to make positive, sustainable life transitions. We firmly believe that change is possible and attainable for all that we serve. With a strict focus on outcomes, the Reentry Services Division is committed to delivering contemporary and evidence-based services to the individuals in our care. Through delivering innovative programming and collaborating with community agencies, we provide hope and support to our clients as they make safe and successful transitions into their communities.
- Crime & Justice Institute (CJI): Driving bold, transformative improvements in adult and youth justice systems by working with local, state, and national criminal justice organizations to improve public safety and the delivery of justice. The CJI team brings decades of experience developing evidence-based, data-driven policies, managing complex processes with diverse stakeholders, and driving systems-level organizational change. Our energetic staff and network of consultants come from a variety of backgrounds.
- Family Reentry (FRE): At Family Reentry, we address the often-intertwining problems of behavioral health, domestic violence, reentry, recidivism, and risks to youth by offering evidence-based interventions to provide support and effect positive change. We offer a holistic approach by working to connect clients to basic needs and offering support to create change and increase stronger coping and life skills.
Benefits: CRJ offers eligible employees medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off and holidays, life and disability insurance, and a retirement plan with a company match. Additional benefits include tuition assistance, an employee assistance program, training and professional development opportunities, and voluntary benefit options.
CRJ is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity in all its forms and encourage candidates of all backgrounds, identities, and lived experiences to apply.
Ready to make a difference? Apply today and be part of the change!
Support Lives, Build Futures — Residential Counselor Opportunity
Location: Franklyn, MA
Schedule: Full-time, 40 Hours a week, First & Second Shifts
Salary: The starting rate for this position is $20/hr. and is benefits eligible
CRJ’s Disabilities Services supports adults with developmental or intellectual disabilities through specialized programs in Massachusetts and New Hampshire. We offer a range of residential and day programs to support people in the places they want to live and work. We provide care tailored to the needs of individuals we serve; we don’t look to make the individuals fit into our programs.
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of others? Join our team as a Residential Counselor and help create a safe, supportive, and empowering environment for individuals with disabilities in our group homes.
What You’ll Bring:
- High school diploma or GED required, associate or bachelor’s degree in human services or related field preferred.
- Prior experience working in residential or behavioral health settings is a plus.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to remain calm and compassionate in challenging situations.
- Prior experience with electronic documenting and report writing.
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
What You’ll Do:
- Provide direct support and supervision to individuals with developmental disabilities.
- Assist with daily living activities, including meal preparation, medication monitoring, and transportation.
- Foster a positive and respectful community environment.
- Document resident progress and incidents accurately and timely.
- Collaborate with clinical staff to support individualized treatment plans.
- Respond to crises and implement de-escalation techniques when needed.
Why Join Us?
- Supportive team environment.
- Opportunities for professional development and training.
- Meaningful work that impacts lives every day.
Benefits: CRJ offers eligible employees medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off and holidays, life and disability insurance, and a retirement plan with a company match. Additional benefits include tuition assistance, an employee assistance program, training and professional development opportunities, and voluntary benefit options.
Ready to make a difference?
Apply today and become part of a team that values compassion, integrity, excellence, and creativity.
About CRJ: Our Mission, Your Opportunity
Community Resources for Justice (CRJ) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to changing lives and strengthening communities through direct service, advocacy, and innovation. We operate across four core service lines:
- Community Strategies (CS): Supporting adults with developmental disabilities to live independently and thrive in their communities. Providing a range of top-quality residential and non-residential programs for men and women with intellectual or developmental disabilities in Massachusetts and New Hampshire. Our programs offer individual and group treatment and are geared toward promoting independence and improving life skills. Clients also receive support with job development, on-the-job coaching, and educational opportunities.
- Reentry Services (RS): Supporting people leaving incarceration to make positive, sustainable life transitions. We firmly believe that change is possible and attainable for all that we serve. With a strict focus on outcomes, the Reentry Services Division is committed to delivering contemporary and evidence-based services to the individuals in our care. Through delivering innovative programming and collaborating with community agencies, we provide hope and support to our clients as they make safe and successful transitions into their communities.
- Crime & Justice Institute (CJI): Driving bold, transformative improvements in adult and youth justice systems by working with local, state, and national criminal justice organizations to improve public safety and the delivery of justice. The CJI team brings decades of experience developing evidence-based, data-driven policies, managing complex processes with diverse stakeholders, and driving systems-level organizational change. Our energetic staff and network of consultants come from a variety of backgrounds.
- Family Reentry (FRE): At Family Reentry, we address the often-intertwining problems of behavioral health, domestic violence, reentry, recidivism, and risks to youth by offering evidence-based interventions to provide support and effect positive change. We offer a holistic approach by working to connect clients to basic needs and offering support to create change and increase stronger coping and life skills.
Benefits: CRJ offers eligible employees medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off and holidays, life and disability insurance, and a retirement plan with a company match. Additional benefits include tuition assistance, an employee assistance program, training and professional development opportunities, and voluntary benefit options.
CRJ is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity in all its forms and encourage candidates of all backgrounds, identities, and lived experiences to apply.
Ready to make a difference? Apply today and be part of the change!
Support Lives, Build Futures — Residential Counselor Opportunity
Location: Franklyn, MA
Schedule: Full-time, 40 Hours a week, First & Second Shifts
Salary: The starting rate for this position is $20/hr. and is benefits eligible
CRJ’s Disabilities Services supports adults with developmental or intellectual disabilities through specialized programs in Massachusetts and New Hampshire. We offer a range of residential and day programs to support people in the places they want to live and work. We provide care tailored to the needs of individuals we serve; we don’t look to make the individuals fit into our programs.
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of others? Join our team as a Residential Counselor and help create a safe, supportive, and empowering environment for individuals with disabilities in our group homes.
What You’ll Bring:
- High school diploma or GED required, associate or bachelor’s degree in human services or related field preferred.
- Prior experience working in residential or behavioral health settings is a plus.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to remain calm and compassionate in challenging situations.
- Prior experience with electronic documenting and report writing.
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
What You’ll Do:
- Provide direct support and supervision to individuals with developmental disabilities.
- Assist with daily living activities, including meal preparation, medication monitoring, and transportation.
- Foster a positive and respectful community environment.
- Document resident progress and incidents accurately and timely.
- Collaborate with clinical staff to support individualized treatment plans.
- Respond to crises and implement de-escalation techniques when needed.
Why Join Us?
- Supportive team environment.
- Opportunities for professional development and training.
- Meaningful work that impacts lives every day.
Benefits: CRJ offers eligible employees medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off and holidays, life and disability insurance, and a retirement plan with a company match. Additional benefits include tuition assistance, an employee assistance program, training and professional development opportunities, and voluntary benefit options.
Ready to make a difference?
Apply today and become part of a team that values compassion, integrity, excellence, and creativity.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Residential Counselor
Verify your degree aligns with the role
Residential Counselor H-1B visa petitions require a specialty occupation tie, meaning your bachelor's degree must be in psychology, social work, counseling, or a directly related field. Pull your credential evaluation early so USCIS gets a clear degree-to-job match.
Look up prevailing wages before negotiating
Use the OFLC Wage Search to find the wage level your employer must certify on the LCA for your specific county. Accepting an offer below that threshold blocks LCA certification and stalls your entire H-1B filing.
Target employers with LCA filing history
Search Migrate Mate to find Residential Counselor employers who have already filed Labor Condition Applications for this role. Prior filings signal the employer understands the specialty occupation argument and has a compliant HR process.
Confirm each worksite has its own LCA
If your residential counseling role spans multiple group homes or facilities, each worksite needs its own certified LCA before you work there. Raise this with your employer before accepting an offer covering multiple locations.
Review the O*NET profile before your interview
O*NET lists the core tasks and required knowledge for community and social service roles. Framing your experience around those descriptors helps the employer write job duties that support a specialty occupation determination under USCIS standards.
Clarify the cap-subject timeline with HR
H-1B selection rules have changed recently, so confirm with your prospective employer whether they plan to file cap-subject or if they qualify as a cap-exempt organization, such as a nonprofit affiliated with a university or research institution.
H-1B Visa Residential Counselor: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Residential Counselor role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
It depends on how the employer defines the position. A Residential Counselor role qualifies when the employer requires a bachelor's degree or higher in psychology, social work, counseling, or a directly related field as a minimum for the job, not just a preference. Employers who build the position description around clinical assessment, therapeutic intervention, or case management duties, anchored to a specific degree field, are the ones who successfully file H-1B petitions for this title.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for Residential Counselors?
Nonprofits affiliated with universities or research institutions are common sponsors because they qualify as cap-exempt and can file H-1B petitions outside the annual selection process. Community mental health centers, residential treatment facilities, and behavioral health organizations also sponsor when the role is structured around licensed clinical duties. You can browse verified sponsors by role on Migrate Mate.
Can a Residential Counselor employer use a single LCA for multiple group home locations?
No. Each physical worksite where you perform services requires its own certified Labor Condition Application. If your employer operates several residential facilities and expects you to rotate between them, they must file a separate LCA for each location before you work there. Confirm this with HR before signing an offer that covers multiple sites.
How long does H-1B status last for a Residential Counselor position?
USCIS grants H-1B status for an initial period of up to three years. The employer can file for an extension, bringing the total to a six-year maximum. Beyond six years, continued H-1B status typically requires an approved immigrant visa petition or a pending adjustment of status application under specific portability rules.
What documents should I prepare before approaching a Residential Counselor employer about H-1B sponsorship?
Have a foreign credential evaluation on hand if your degree was earned outside the United States, since USCIS needs a U.S. equivalency assessment. Compile transcripts, your degree certificate, any relevant state licensure or certification, and a professional resume that maps your experience to the degree-level duties the employer will describe in the LCA and I-129 petition.