Residential Counselor - Northbridge

Open Sky Community Services • Northbridge, MA

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About The Position

Open Sky provides person-centered services that empower individuals to achieve their goals, build on their strengths, and live meaningful lives in their communities. Its dedicated teams provide compassionate, evidence-based, and individualized support to help people develop skills, increase independence, strengthen natural supports, and enhance well-being in an environment of respect, inclusion, and opportunity.

The Residential Counselor supports individuals in achieving greater independence and quality of life through direct care, guidance, and skill-building in residential and community-based settings. The role supports daily living activities, community participation, and personal goals while maintaining a safe, healthy, and supportive environment. Residential Counselors advocate for the individuals they support and promote community engagement, self-determination, and meaningful relationships.

Open Sky recognizes skills, location, training, and program responsibilities with additional hourly differentials for some positions. Applicants should ask their recruiter whether this position qualifies. The listed pay range is $20.00–$20.00 per hour.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
• Reliability, willingness to learn, and openness to new opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing individualized, person-centered service and support plans and participate actively in their implementation.
• Provide support with daily living activities, skill development, and personal goal achievement.
• Assist individuals with accessing transportation and community resources as needed.
• Implement activities that promote community inclusion, relationship building, personal growth, and the development of valued social roles.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and supportive environment that promotes the health, safety, and well-being of individuals served.
• Review, complete, and maintain required documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
• Advocate for the people supported and promote community engagement, self-determination, and meaningful relationships.

Benefits

• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Generous paid time off: 29 days in the first year, including 12 paid holidays; 32 days in the second year; and a current maximum of 43 days.
• Tuition reimbursement and reimbursement for a variety of Human Services certifications.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with prescription plan.
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match.
• Life insurance, 100% employer-paid.
• Eligible employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program.
• Individual and group supervision.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED