Mental Health Counselor - Group Living Environment

Massachusetts LGBT Chamber of Commerce, Inc.; Northbridge (MA); On-site; USD 24,287 - 34,591; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Retirement savings plan

Generous time off

Employee discounts

Job summary

Riverside Community Care is seeking a Mental Health Counselor for a full-time role in Northbridge, MA. In this position, you'll partner with residents in group living to help them achieve personal goals and enhance their life skills. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills and experience in a recovery model. This role offers competitive pay at $21.37/hour, with comprehensive benefits including health insurance, paid holidays, and a retirement savings plan.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English required.
• Ability to work evening and weekend hours and valid driver's license needed.

Responsibilities

• Partner with residents to help them reach personal goals.
• Support individuals in developing essential life skills.
• Create a safe and inspiring environment for residents.

Skills

Teamwork

Written communication

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor's Degree

High School diploma with one year related experience

Job description

Riverside Community Care – Mental Health Counselor (Group Living Environment)

At Riverside Community Care, we believe that every person deserves the opportunity to live a fulfilling, self‑directed life in the community. Join our dedicated team and make a lasting difference as a Mental Health Counselor in one of our Group Living Environments (GLE’s) – safe, comfortable homes where adults can build confidence, skills, and independence with the right support.

Responsibilities

• Partner with residents to reach personal goals by offering guidance, education, and daily living support.
• Help individuals strengthen their physical and emotional wellness while developing essential life skills.
• Encourage self‑advocacy, connection, and community involvement through meaningful interactions and supportive coaching.
• Collaborate with a committed team that values mutual learning, respect, and growth.
• Create an environment where people feel safe, heard, and inspired to envision new possibilities for their futures.

Schedule

Full Time, 40 hours

• Tuesday 2pm to 10pm
• Wednesday 10am to 6pm
• Thursday 7am to 3pm
• Friday 2pm to 10pm
• Saturday 10am to 6pm

Pay Rate

$21.37/hour

Why 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.

Benefits include

• Comprehensive, high‑quality health, dental, and vision insurance options
• Flexible Spending Accounts – both medical and dependent care
• Eleven 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

Qualifications

• Must have a demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills (in English) required.
• Ability to work evening and weekend hours required; must have a valid driver's license, dependable transportation, and be willing to provide transportation to persons served in a personal vehicle as needed.
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred; High School diploma and one year related experience required.
• Experience working with recovery model, dual diagnosis, and/or addictions is a plus.

EEO Statement

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.

Location

This position is located in Northbridge, MA.