Residential Counselor - Full Time

Riverside Community Care • Newton, MA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Riverside Community Care is seeking a Residential Counselor to join their growing, stable, and highly regarded organization. This role offers valuable human services experience while making a difference in the lives of others by providing person-centered supports for individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities, autism, or acquired brain injury. The goal is to help each person learn daily living skills, build meaningful relationships, and become a valued member of their community. The Residential Counselor will be part of a supportive team that helps individuals maintain their physical and emotional health, live safely in the community, foster relationships, develop independence, and participate in community activities. The role combines support, supervision, coaching, and companionship, with every interaction rooted in respect and appreciation for each individual’s uniqueness. Employees will encourage residents to identify their strengths, explore new opportunities, and actualize their hopes and dreams. The residences are located in welcoming neighborhood settings, typically housing 3-5 people with private bedrooms and shared living spaces. Staff provide ongoing guidance and support, and are available 24/7 with staffing schedules tailored to meet individual needs. Every shift offers the chance to build relationships, see progress, and be part of something meaningful.

Requirements

• Valid driver's license required.
• High school degree.
• 1-2 years experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain residents' physical and emotional health and help them live safely in the community.
• Foster relationships with housemates, family members, and neighbors.
• Develop and practice skills that increase independence, confidence, and self-determination.
• Encourage residents to participate in community activities, work, and volunteer opportunities that reflect their goals and interests.
• Provide support, supervision, coaching, and companionship.
• Encourage residents to identify their strengths, explore new opportunities, and actualize their hopes and dreams.
• Provide ongoing guidance and support to residents in decorating their rooms and taking pride in their home.

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: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED