ACCS Residential Counselor- Relief Per Diem Stepping Stones

Open Sky Community Services; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 19,889 - 28,326; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off plan

Tuition reimbursement for higher education

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

403(b) retirement plan with employer match

Life insurance (100% employer paid)

Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility

Job summary

Open Sky Community Services in Worcester, MA, seeks a Relief Counselor to provide direct support to individuals facing mental health challenges. The role involves developing person-centered treatment plans, assisting with transportation, and implementing community engagement activities. Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and a valid driver's license. Benefits include excellent supervision, generous paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and comprehensive health insurance. Base pay starts at USD 17.50/hr.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent, required.
• Valid Driver’s License and acceptable driving record, required.
• Reliability, willingness to learn, and openness to new opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals facing mental health challenges.
• Assist in developing and implementing treatment plans.
• Implement activities for valued roles and community relationships.
• Review and complete documentation.

Skills

Reliability

Willingness to learn

Openness to new opportunities

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Valid Driver’s License

Job description

Description And Responsibilities

As a Relief Counselor, you will support individuals facing mental health challenges, helping them live independently and achieve personal goals.

• Assist in developing individualized, person-centered treatment plans and lead daily implementation.
• Assist individuals to access transportation.
• Implement activities that create opportunities for valued roles and community relationships.
• Review and complete all required documentation.

Relief Counselors play a significant role in our mission by providing direct support care, ensuring daily living needs are met while maintaining a safe and inspiring atmosphere.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent, required.
• Valid Driver’s License and acceptable driving record, required.
• Reliability, willingness to learn, and openness to new opportunities.

About Us

Open Sky Community Services is a Department of Mental Health funded service that delivers evidence-based interventions within a clinically focused model. Individuals served are diagnosed with mental illness or dual diagnosis and reside in their homes, apartments, or group living environments. Our services focus on helping people transition to a more independent environment while maximizing their natural supports by building skills and achieving personal goals.

Open Sky is on an anti‑racist journey, committed to learning, living, and breathing inclusion, opportunity, diversity, racial equity, and justice for all. Over 1,300 compassionate and highly trained professionals work across Central Massachusetts and beyond, using innovative evidence-based practices to positively impact communities. We are a trauma‑informed organization that values transparency, sensitivity, continuous learning, and diverse perspectives.

Open Sky celebrates diversity and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with federal and state employment opportunity laws, qualified applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, gender, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran, or disabled Veteran status.

Benefits Of Working For Open Sky Include

• Excellent supervision (individual and group), professional development, and training opportunities.
• Generous paid time off plan—29 days in the first year (including 12 paid holidays), 32 days in the second year, up to 43 days in later years.
• We pay for your higher education—tuition reimbursement and reimbursement for various Human Services certifications.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance with prescription coverage.
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match.
• Life insurance (100% employer paid).
• Eligible employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program.
• And more.

Open Sky is proud to be an industry leader in pay and benefits. Open the door to possibility and begin your career with Open Sky today!

Ask your recruiter if this position qualifies for an additional hourly differential.

Base Rate

USD 17.50/hr.