Residential Counselor - Part Time
About The Position
Riverside Community Care provides person-centered supports for individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities, autism, or acquired brain injury. Residential Counselors help residents learn daily living skills, build meaningful relationships, and become valued members of their communities. The role combines support, supervision, coaching, and companionship, with interactions grounded in respect for each person’s individuality. Counselors encourage residents to identify their strengths, explore opportunities, and pursue their hopes and goals. The residences are homes in neighborhood settings, typically shared by 3–5 people, with private bedrooms and shared living spaces. Staff provide ongoing guidance and support, and staffing schedules are tailored to residents’ needs. Employees are available 24/7. This is a part-time position scheduled Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., for 30 hours per week. The pay rate is $20.60 per hour.
Responsibilities
- Help residents maintain their physical and emotional health and live safely in the community.
- Support residents in fostering relationships with housemates, family members, and neighbors.
- Help residents develop and practice skills that promote independence, confidence, and self-determination.
- Support residents’ participation in community activities, work, and volunteer opportunities that reflect their goals and interests.
- Provide support, supervision, coaching, companionship, guidance, and encouragement.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health insurance options
- Dental insurance options
- Vision insurance options
- Medical and dependent care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Twelve paid holidays
- Accrued vacation, personal, and sick time
- Tax-deferred 403(b) retirement savings plan with employer match
- Employee Assistance Plan
- Travel Assistance Plan
- Employee referral bonus for referrals resulting in hiring
- Discounts to movie theaters, sporting, and entertainment events
- Employee YMCA discount: 10% off a monthly membership and 50% off the joiner’s fee
- Professional development opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
