Residential Counselor - Part Time
About The Position
Riverside Community Care is hiring a part-time Residential Counselor to provide person-centered support to individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities, autism, or acquired brain injury. The role combines support, supervision, coaching, and companionship, helping residents maintain their physical and emotional health and live safely in the community. Counselors support residents in building relationships, developing daily living skills, increasing independence and self-determination, and participating in community activities, work, and volunteer opportunities aligned with their goals and interests. Interactions should show respect for each person's individuality and encourage residents to identify strengths, explore opportunities, and pursue their hopes and dreams. The residences are neighborhood homes typically shared by 3–5 people, with private bedrooms and shared living spaces. Staff provide ongoing guidance and support. Employees are available 24/7, and staffing schedules are tailored to residents' needs. The schedule is Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday, 10 a.m.–8 p.m., for 30 hours per week. Pay is $20.60 per hour.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Basic computer skills.
- Valid driver's license.
Responsibilities
- Help residents maintain physical and emotional health and live safely in the community.
- Foster residents' relationships with housemates, family members, and neighbors.
- Help residents develop and practice 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 support, supervision, coaching, companionship, guidance, and ongoing assistance.
- Encourage residents to identify their strengths, explore opportunities, and pursue their hopes and dreams.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health insurance options
- Dental insurance options
- Vision insurance options
- Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care
- Twelve paid holidays
- Vacation, personal, and sick time accruals
- Vacation accrual increases with tenure
- 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
High school or GED
