Independent Living Support Specialist

Open Sky Community Services Inc.; Gardner (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent supervision

Generous PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

403b with employer match

Life insurance

Job summary

Open Sky Community Services Inc. in Massachusetts seeks a Residential Counselor to provide direct care, guidance, and skill-building in residential and community settings. You will help individuals with daily living, transportation, and community participation while advocating for their goals.

The role emphasizes safety, documentation, and collaboration with a trauma-informed, anti-racist organization that values diversity, continuous learning, and comprehensive benefits for staff.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing individualized, person-centered service and support plans and play an active role 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 health, safety, and well-being of individuals served.
• Review, complete, and maintain all required documentation in an accurate and timely manner.

Skills

Reliability

Willingness to learn

Open to new opportunities

Education

High School Diploma, GED or equivalent

Job description

Open Sky Community Services Inc. in Massachusetts seeks a Residential Counselor to provide direct care, guidance, and skill-building in residential and community settings. You will help individuals with daily living, transportation, and community participation while advocating for their goals.

The role emphasizes safety, documentation, and collaboration with a trauma-informed, anti-racist organization that values diversity, continuous learning, and comprehensive benefits for staff.