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Respite Counselor 1st shift

Respite Counselor 1st shift

riverside community careUpton, MA

today

$21.85/hour

Social and Human Service AssistantsMental Health and Substance Abuse Social WorkersCommunity and Social Service Specialists, All Other
Outpatient Mental Health and Substance Abuse CentersResidential Mental Health and Substance Abuse FacilitiesOther Individual and Family Services
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We make a difference – in your community and in your career. Respite Counselor In this exciting role, the Respite Counselor will work as part of a team in this acute care residence. The Respite Counselor will provide guidance, education, supervision, and direct supports to allow consumers to maintain their physical and emotional health, live safely in the community and develop the skills necessary to return to independent living. Interactions between staff and consumers will be guided by an appreciation for those being served as unique individuals and adults, with the expectation and goal of crisis or situational stabilization. The Respite programs provide both short and long-term care for persons experiencing mental health, substance use disorder, and co-occurring disorders who might otherwise require treatment in an inpatient setting and would benefit from structured stabilization, support, care coordination, and treatment planning. Schedule Full Time, 40 hours; Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Pay Rate: $21.85/hour High School Diploma$22.94/hour with a Bachelor’s DegreeWhy You’ll Love Riverside **We make a true difference in people’s lives through rewarding work. Most of our jobs come with great benefits – including healthcare, numerous professional development opportunities, and generous time off - all in a respectful and inclusive environment, perhaps why Riverside was named a Boston Globe Top Workplace and a best-in-state employer by Forbes.
Benefits include:
  • Comprehensive, high-quality health, dental, and vision insurance options
  • Flexible Spending Accounts – both medical and dependent care
  • Twelve paid holidays
  • Separate accruals for vacation (increases with tenure), personal, and sick time
  • Tax-deferred 403(b) retirement savings plan with employer match
  • Employee Assistance Plan / Travel Assistance Plan
  • Employee bonus for referrals resulting in hiring
  • Discounts to movie theaters, sporting, and entertainment events
  • Employee YMCA discount: 10% off a YMCA monthly membership and 50% off the joiner’s fee
  • Learn more about our benefits and culture:
Our Benefits
Our Culture: Hear what employees think about working for Riverside!
Required Skills: Ability to communicate in and comprehend the English language, including clearly documenting consumer progress and activities in program recordsAbility to work as a member of a team and to function independentlyExcellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skillsBasic computer fluency, including Microsoft OfficeValid driver’s license, safe driving record and regular access to a reliable vehicle
Required Experience: Bachelors Degree or Associate Degree with one years experience or High School Diploma and three years related experience Riverside Community Care is dedicated to respect, integrity and engagement of all individuals. We are committed to building an inclusive and culturally competent organization and we value the richness of having a diverse applicant pool. As an employer committed to equal opportunity, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic as established by law.
Qualifications: Ability to communicate in and comprehend the English language, including clearly documenting consumer progress and activities in program recordsAbility to work as a member of a team and to function independentlyExcellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skillsBasic computer fluency, including Microsoft OfficeValid driver’s license, safe driving record and regular access to a reliable vehicle

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Level

Junior

Salary

$21.85/hour

Location

Upton, MA

Occupation

Social and Human Service Assistants

Industry

Outpatient Mental Health and Substance Abuse Centers

Posted

today

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