Mental Health Assistant

We currently seek Full time direct care workers for entry level and supervisory positions. The direct care, entry-level positions are responsible for a variety of duties relating to and primarily concerned with implementing the students' treatment and educational programs. Direct care individuals provide services/interventions that support skill development and mastery for students/clients within JRC's school and residential components. They also maintain a safe environment for students/clients to thrive academically, while providing consistent treatment that leads to reduction of problem behaviors.

This position affords a unique opportunity to gain valuable experience with and knowledge of the current methods for treating those on the autism spectrum or those with conduct disorders or psychiatric issues. It is an hourly non-exempt position. Hours of work are assigned on a weekly basis and can be comprised of any day, evening, overnight and weekend shifts. This Direct Care position leads to advancement opportunities within JRC. Applications are accepted on a walk-in basis, Monday-Friday 9am-4pm; we also conduct interviews on the same day as applications.

Rate of $21.00 per hour is effective as of 7/10/26 (full time only)

Benefits Snapshot:

• Current staff members working overtime earning approximately $10,000 monthly
• Annual Salary may reach over $100,000 with extra shifts
• $3000 First year sign-on bonus!
• $3000 Referral bonus.
• Annual longevity bonus.
• Extra pay for verifiable experience.
• Weekend, overnight and assignment differential.
• Flexible Schedules (day, evening, overnight, weekend, combination, Part time- 4 hour day shifts Mon-Fri.).
• Tuition Reimbursement Program: Includes JRC funding undergraduate (tuition reimbursement) and graduate education.
• Benefits include: Dental, Medical, Vacation, Sick Time, Life Insurance, Retirement (401a and 403b),13 Paid Holidays, Tuition Reimbursement, Pre-Service & Ongoing Training, Short/Long Term Disability Insurance, Vision, Aflac, Dependent Care Assistance Program, Employee Discount Program, etc.

JRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected status pursuant to Massachusetts Fair Employment Practices Act, and other relevant federal, state, and local laws.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalence
• Increased rates for a Bachelor's degree or beyond.
• Increased rates for experience 1-3+ years providing human service and military service