Mental Health Counselor - Group Living Environment

Riverside Community Care • Millbury, MA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Riverside Community Care is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Mental Health Counselor to join their Adult Community Clinical Services (ACCS) program. This role is based in one of their Group Living Environments (GLE's), which are safe and supportive homes for adults to build confidence, skills, and independence. The ACCS program is an innovative model of care focused on empowering adults in their recovery journey. As a Mental Health Counselor, you will partner with residents to help them reach personal goals, develop life skills, strengthen their physical and emotional wellness, and encourage self-advocacy and community involvement. You will collaborate with a committed team in an environment that values mutual learning, respect, and growth, creating a safe and inspiring space for residents to envision new possibilities.

Requirements

• Must have a demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills (in the English language) required
• Ability to work evening and weekend hours 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
• 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
• Twelve 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: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED