Awake Overnight Mental Health Counselor

Riverside Community Care • Newton, MA

10d • $21

About The Position

At Riverside Community Care, we believe that every person deserves the opportunity to live a fulfilling, self-directed life in the community. Join our dedicated team and make a lasting difference as an Overnight Mental Health Counselor in one of our Group Living Environments (GLE's) — safe, comfortable homes where adults can build confidence, skills, and independence with the right support. This is your chance to become part of our Adult Community Clinical Services (ACCS) program — a respected, innovative model of care that empowers adults on their path to recovery. As an Overnight Mental Health Counselor, you will bring compassion, creativity, and a strong sense of collaboration to an environment that honors each person’s strengths and potential while you: Partner with residents to reach personal goals by offering guidance, education, and daily living support. Help individuals strengthen their physical and emotional wellness while developing essential life skills. Encourage self-advocacy, connection, and community involvement through meaningful interactions and supportive coaching. Collaborate with a committed team that values mutual learning, respect, and growth. Create an environment where people feel safe, heard, and inspired to envision new possibilities for their futures. At Riverside, we know that when people feel supported — both those we serve and those who serve — amazing things happen. Join a team that values your voice, nurtures your growth, and shares your passion for empowering others to live full and independent lives.

Requirements

• Must have a demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills (in the English language) required
• Must have valid driver's license and available, dependable transportation and be willing to provide transportation to persons served in personal vehicle, as needed
• Passion or interest in working in human services
• High School diploma and one year related experience required

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• Experience working with recovery model, dual diagnosis, and/or addictions a plus

Responsibilities

• Partner with residents to reach personal goals by offering guidance, education, and daily living support.
• Help individuals strengthen their physical and emotional wellness while developing essential life skills.
• Encourage self-advocacy, connection, and community involvement through meaningful interactions and supportive coaching.
• Collaborate with a committed team that values mutual learning, respect, and growth.
• Create an environment where people feel safe, heard, and inspired to envision new possibilities for their futures.

Benefits

• Comprehensive, high-quality health, dental, and vision insurance options
• Flexible Spending Accounts – both medical and dependent care
• Eleven paid holidays
• Separate accruals for vacation (increases with tenure), personal, and sick time
• Tax-deferred 403(b) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Employee Assistance Plan / Travel Assistance Plan
• Employee bonus for referrals resulting in hiring
• Discounts to movie theaters, sporting, and entertainment events
• Employee YMCA discount: 10% off a YMCA monthly membership and 50% off the joiner’s fee

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees