Residential Counselor - Developmental Disabilities

Eliot Community Human Services; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 1,000; Full time

Job summary

Eliot Community Human Services is hiring a Residential Counselor in their Developmental Disabilities division. This full-time role involves supporting adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, fostering community connections, and ensuring a safe living environment. The ideal candidate has experience working with this population and will work in an inclusive, mission-driven organization committed to personal and professional growth.

Benefits

Generous Paid Time Off

Comprehensive Benefits

401(k) with employer match

Discounted fitness services and childcare resources

100% company-paid life insurance

Ongoing training and career advancement programs

Qualifications

• Experience working with adults with brain injuries or developmental disabilities is required.
• Valid Massachusetts Drivers License is needed.

Responsibilities

• Support daily operations of a group home for individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Promote community integration and support access to resources.
• Ensure a safe environment and implement crisis interventions.

Skills

Support daily operations

Community integration

Crisis intervention

Education

High school diploma

Job description

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Join Eliot – A Place to Belong, Grow, and Inspire Change

At Eliot, your work has purpose. You’ll be part of a compassionate, mission-driven team committed to resilience, empowerment, and lasting change. We foster an inclusive workplace where all backgrounds and perspectives are valued, creating a culture of belonging and professional growth.

Benefits At Eliot

We prioritize your well-being, work-life balance, and career growth. Benefit eligible positions include:

• Generous Paid Time Off – Vacation, sick time, and paid holidays
• Comprehensive Benefits – Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Retirement Savings – 401(k) with employer match
• Wellness & Family Support – Discounted fitness services and access to trusted childcare resources
• Financial Security – 100% company-paid life and accidental death insurance
• Professional Growth – Ongoing training, career advancement programs, tuition reimbursement, and leadership development
  
  

Eliot is seeking a dedicated Residential Counselor to join our Developmental Disabilities (DD) division. Our residential programs offer a person-centered continuum of services that provides innovative and high quality programming to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The program offers support and opportunities for individuals to enrich their lives, develop social and daily living skills, and build social and community connections.

As a Residential Counselor, you will assist with the day to day operations of a group home for individuals with developmental and/or intellectual The ideal candidate will have experience working with clients with brain injuries and/or developmental disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Support daily operations of a group home serving individuals with developmental disabilities and brain injuries.
• Promote community integration by supporting access to resources, fostering relationships, and reducing stigma.
• Ensure a safe, supportive environment and implement crisis interventions when needed.
• Assist in the implementation of Individual Support Plans and maintain accurate, timely documentation.
  
  

Qualifications

• Requires an High school diploma.
• Experience working with adults with brain injuries or developmental disabilities
• Valid Massachusetts Drivers License
  
  

Schedules

• Thursday - Monday, 3pm-11pm (40 hours)
• Sunday 9am-5pm, Wednesday 3pm-11pm, Saturday 3pm-11pm (24 hours)
  
  

Hourly Rate

$19.50 - $19.50 USD

At Eliot, we are committed to supporting you at every stage of your career, providing opportunities for growth, purpose, and community. We foster belonging in the workplace by identifying and removing barriers that may prevent individuals of all backgrounds from reaching their full potential, advancing into leadership roles, and fully engaging at all levels of the organization.

Apply today and make a difference.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Mental Health Care

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