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 helps residents develop daily living skills, build meaningful relationships, and participate as valued members of their communities. The Residential Counselor provides support, supervision, coaching, and companionship. Staff encourage residents to identify their strengths, explore opportunities, and pursue their hopes and goals, while treating each person with respect and appreciation for their individuality. The residences are neighborhood homes typically shared by 3–5 people, with private bedrooms and shared living spaces. Employees are available 24/7, and staffing schedules are tailored to the needs of the individuals served. The schedule for this position is Friday, 3 p.m.–11 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday, 9 a.m.–11 p.m., for 36 hours per week. Pay 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 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, and companionship.
- 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
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
