Relief Counselor - Exeter Street

Open Sky Community Services • Worcester, MA

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About The Position

The Relief Counselor supports individuals facing mental health challenges and helps them live independently and beyond their perceived limitations. The role provides direct support care, ensures daily living needs are met, and helps maintain a safe and inspiring atmosphere. Relief Counselors assist with individualized, person-centered support plans, community access, transportation as needed, skill-building activities, and required documentation. The position offers flexibility to accommodate personal, work, and/or school schedules. Certain programs may offer an additional hourly differential based on skills, location, training, and populations served.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
• Reliability, willingness to learn, and openness to new opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support care to individuals facing mental health challenges.
• Ensure daily living needs are met while maintaining a safe and inspiring atmosphere.
• Assist in developing and implementing individualized, person-centered support plans.
• Assist individuals in accessing community resources and provide transportation as needed.
• Implement activities that promote skill development, community engagement, personal growth, and meaningful relationships.
• Review and complete all required documentation.

Benefits

• Individual and group supervision, professional development, and training opportunities.
• Paid time off: 29 days in the first year, including 12 paid holidays; 32 days in the second year; current maximum of 43 days.
• Tuition reimbursement and reimbursement for a variety of Human Services certifications.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with prescription plan.
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match.
• Life insurance paid 100% by employer.
• Eligible employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED