Residential Counselor

Riverside Community Care•Newton, MA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Riverside Community Care is hiring a Residential Counselor to provide person-centered support to individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities, autism, or acquired brain injury. The role helps residents maintain their physical and emotional health and live safely in the community, build relationships, develop skills that support independence and self-determination, and participate in community activities, work, and volunteer opportunities suited to their goals and interests. Support includes supervision, coaching, and companionship, delivered with respect for each person’s uniqueness. The residences are neighborhood homes typically shared by 3–5 people, with private bedrooms and shared living spaces. Staff provide ongoing guidance and support, with employees available 24/7 and schedules tailored to residents’ needs. The schedule for this position is Friday 5 p.m.–11 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m.–11 p.m., and Sunday 3 p.m.–11 p.m., totaling 28 hours per week. The rate is $20.00 per hour.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Basic computer skills.
Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

Support residents in maintaining their physical and emotional health and living safely in the community.
Help residents foster relationships with housemates, family members, and neighbors.
Coach residents in developing and practicing skills that increase independence, confidence, and self-determination.
Support residents’ participation in community activities, work, and volunteer opportunities that reflect their goals and interests.
Provide supervision, coaching, companionship, guidance, and ongoing support.
Encourage residents to identify their strengths, explore new opportunities, and pursue their hopes and dreams.

Benefits

Comprehensive, high-quality health, dental, and vision insurance options.
Medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts.
Twelve paid holidays.
Separate accruals for vacation, personal, and sick time; vacation accrual increases with tenure.
Tax-deferred 403(b) retirement savings plan with employer match.
Employee Assistance Plan and Travel Assistance Plan.
Employee 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.