Residential Counselor: Empower Independence & Community

Riverside Community Care; Wakefield (MA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Twelve paid holidays

Retirement plan with employer match

Employee assistance plan

Job summary

Riverside Community Care is seeking a compassionate Residential Counselor to join our growing, stable organization in Massachusetts. You will support individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities and help them learn daily living skills, build relationships, and participate in community activities.

This role blends supervision, coaching, and companionship in a respectful, person-centered environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in human services is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Maintain residents' physical and emotional health and help them live safely in the community.
• Foster relationships with housemates, family members, and neighbors.
• Develop and practice skills that increase independence, confidence, and self-determination.
• Participate in community activities, work, and volunteer opportunities that reflect residents' goals and interests.

Job description

Riverside Community Care is seeking a compassionate Residential Counselor to join our growing, stable organization in Massachusetts. You will support individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities and help them learn daily living skills, build relationships, and participate in community activities.

This role blends supervision, coaching, and companionship in a respectful, person-centered environment.