Residential Counselor (Flex)

Community Resources For Justice (CRJ); Cherry Valley (MA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

PTO & holidays

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Retirement plan with company match

Tuition assistance

Employee assistance program

Training and professional development

Voluntary benefits

Job summary

Community Resources For Justice (CRJ) is hiring a Residential Counselor in Leicester, MA. This full-time position involves providing direct support to adults with developmental disabilities in group homes, monitoring daily activities, and collaborating with clinical staff on treatment plans.

The role requires a High School diploma or GED (associate/bachelor’s in human services preferred), strong interpersonal skills, and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; associate or bachelor’s degree in human services or related field preferred.
• Prior experience in residential or behavioral health settings is a plus.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to remain calm and compassionate in challenging situations.
• Prior experience with electronic documenting and report writing.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support and supervision to individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Assist with daily living activities, including meal preparation, medication monitoring, and transportation.
• Foster a positive and respectful community environment.
• Document resident progress and incidents accurately and timely.
• Collaborate with clinical staff to support individualized treatment plans.
• Respond to crises and implement de-escalation techniques when needed.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Residential/behavioral health exp.

Documentation & report writing

Driver's license

Flexible hours

Education

HS diploma or GED

Associate or Bachelor's in human services (preferred)

Job description

Support Lives, Build Futures — Residential Counselor Opportunity

Location: Leicester, MA
Schedule: Full-time / 40 hrs./week /First & Second Shifts
Salary: The starting rate for this position is $20/hr. and is benefits eligible

CRJ’s Disabilities Services supports adults with developmental or intellectual disabilities through specialized programs in Massachusetts and New Hampshire. We offer a range of residential and day programs to support people in the places they want to live and work. We provide care tailored to the needs of individuals we serve; we don’t look to make the individuals fit into our programs.

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of others? Join our team as a Residential Counselor and help create a safe, supportive, and empowering environment for individuals with disabilities in our group homes.

What You’ll Bring:

• High school diploma or GED required, associate or bachelor’s degree in human services or related field preferred.

• Prior experience working in residential or behavioral health settings is a plus.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

• Ability to remain calm and compassionate in challenging situations.

• Prior experience with electronic documenting and report writing.

• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays

What You’ll Do:

• Provide direct support and supervision to individuals with developmental disabilities.

• Assist with daily living activities, including meal preparation, medication monitoring, and transportation.

• Foster a positive and respectful community environment.

• Document resident progress and incidents accurately and timely.

• Collaborate with clinical staff to support individualized treatment plans.

• Respond to crises and implement de-escalation techniques when needed.

Why Join Us?

• Supportive team environment.

• Opportunities for professional development and training.

• Meaningful work that impacts lives every day.

Benefits: CRJ offers eligible employees medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off and holidays, life and disability insurance, and a retirement plan with a company match. Additional benefits include tuition assistance, an employee assistance program, training and professional development opportunities, and voluntary benefit options.