Relief Residential Counselor

Justice Resource Institute • Housatonic, MA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an enthusiastic individual to come join our direct care team at Berkshire Meadows! We offer multiple services and programs for individuals with complex and significant medical, intellectual and developmental differences. We offer multiple options for schedules and weekend availability to best fit your needs! No work experience or college degree needed! Come ready to learn and we will provide all the resources necessary for you to excel! Due to the nature of our work and the youth who are depending on us, there are times where overtime may be mandated.

Requirements

• Must be 21 years or older.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Be able to establish clear professional boundaries, work as a team member and consistently implement all policies and procedures, rules and regulations of JRI.
• Background and driving record checks will be performed.

Nice To Haves

• College degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to children and adults with developmental disabilities.
• Support clients in the development of communication and decision making.
• Work as an integral part of an active and engaged team.
• Keep clients safe, engaged and active through assisting with meals, dressing, bathing, and residential activities.

Benefits

• Pension after 5 years of employment!
• Retirement benefits including 401K matched up to $800 a year.
• 100% employer paid Delta Dental benefits.
• Access to our excellent Blue Cross medical.
• Professional development opportunities such as tuition reimbursement up to almost $4000 per year and discounted tuition rates to select partnership colleges and universities!
• $2,000 bilingual bonus to new hires who speak a second language fluently, other than English, and will use it to serve our clients!
• Generous paid time off up to 19 days for full time employees in your first year and much more!
• License reimbursement to cover the registration costs and annual fees for any professional license required for work such as LMHC, LCSW, LICSW, RN and more!
• Wellness benefits including access to employee engagement groups, self-care resources, and an Employee Assistance Program.

What This Job Offers

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