Residential Counselor (16 Hours) - Worcester Respite

Open Sky Community Services Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 28,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent supervision

Professional Development

Generous PTO 29 days

Tuition reimbursement

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

403b Retirement Plan with Employer-M

Life Insurance (Employer-Paid)

Job summary

Open Sky Community Services, Inc. is seeking a Residential Counselor for our Respite Programs in Massachusetts. You will support adults with mental health or substance use challenges to develop skills for independent living and community involvement.

You will implement treatment plans, ensure safety and cleanliness, assist with transportation, and complete required documentation. A high school diploma and a valid driver’s license are required, with reliability and a willingness to learn a must.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing individualized, person-centered treatment plans and lead daily implementation.
• Ensure health, safety, and well-being of individuals and maintain site cleanliness.
• Assist individuals to access and/or provide transportation.
• Review and complete all required documentation.

Skills

Reliability

Willingness to learn

Education

High School Diploma, GED or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

Open Sky's Respite Programs are short-term group living environments that provide treatment of intermittent crisis and stabilization for adults who are diagnosed with a mental health and/or substance use disorder. The goal of the Respite program is to work collaboratively with individuals to develop skills to maintain their independence in the community and live a life that is not defined by their mental illness. The Residential Counselor supports individuals to live as independently as possible, while providing evidence-based treatment and care, within a group living environment. Counselors act as strong advocates for individuals served and understand the importance of community integration.

Other Key Responsibilities

• Assist in developing individualized, person-centered treatment plans and play a lead role in the daily implementation plans.
• Implement all procedures that ensure the health, safety, and well-being of individuals and general cleanliness and safety of the physical site.
• Assist individuals to access and/or provide transportation.
• Review and complete all required documentation.

Qualifications

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

Pay Range

$20.00/Hr. - $22.48/Hr.

About Us

At Open Sky Community Services, we open our doors, hearts, and minds to the belief that every individual, regardless of perceived limitations, deserves the chance to live a productive and fulfilling life. Open Sky is on an anti-racist journey, committed to learning, living, and breathing inclusion, opportunity, diversity, racial equity, and justice for ALL. At Open Sky, you'll join over 1,300 compassionate and highly trained professionals who put innovative, evidence-based practices to work in ways that positively impact our communities across Central Massachusetts and beyond. As a trauma-informed organization, Open Sky strives for transparency and sensitivity to the experiences of those we interact with. Self-care is encouraged, and we are committed to providing a positive work culture that is focused on continuous learning and the value of diverse perspectives. 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!

Benefits of Working for Open Sky Include

• Excellent Supervision (Individual and Group)
• Professional Development, and Training Opportunities
• Generous paid time off plan - you start with 29 days (almost 6 weeks!) in your first year, including 12 paid holidays.
• Increases to 32 days in your 2nd year, and the current maximum is 43 days (OVER 8 WEEKS!)
• We pay for your higher education! Ask about our Tuition Reimbursement Program, and reimbursement for a variety of Human Services certifications.
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Prescription Plan
• 403b Retirement Plan with Employer Match
• Life Insurance (100% Employer-Paid)
• Eligible employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program
• And more!

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.

Thank you for your interest in Open Sky Community Services - Where Your Work Matters!

Open Sky Community Services, Inc. offers a wide range of services for adults, adolescents, and children experiencing mental health challenges, developmental and intellectual disabilities, substance use disorders, brain injury, homelessness and other complex challenges.

Open Sky has 1,300 employees, an annual budget of over $100 million and more than 100 programs throughout the region serving more than 8,000 individuals.

We support those we serve to achieve their definition of wellness, and pursue the opportunities and relationships that are meaningful to them.

We help them see beyond what they thought was possible, to find their open sky.

For more information, please visit www.openskycs.org.