Respite Counselor - Relief

We make a difference – in your community and in your career. Respite Counselor In this exciting role, the Respite Counselor will work as part of a team in this acute care residence. The Respite Counselor will provide guidance, education, supervision, and direct supports to allow consumers to maintain their physical and emotional health, live safely in the community and develop the skills necessary to return to independent living. Interactions between staff and consumers will be guided by an appreciation for those being served as unique individuals and adults, with the expectation and goal of crisis or situational stabilization. The Respite programs provide both short and long-term care for persons experiencing mental health, substance use disorder, and co‑occurring disorders who might otherwise require treatment in an inpatient setting and would benefit from structured stabilization, support, care coordination, and treatment planning. Schedule Relief flexible shifts available with differentials for evenings, nights, and weekend shifts. Pay Rate

• 21.21/hour High School Diploma
• 22.27/hour with a Bachelor’s Degree

Why You'll Love Riverside We make a true difference in people’s lives through rewarding work. Most of our jobs come with great benefits – including healthcare, numerous professional development opportunities, and generous time off – all in a respectful and inclusive environment, perhaps why Riverside was named a Boston Globe Top Workplace and a best‑in‑state employer by Forbes. Benefits include Comprehensive, high‑quality health, dental, and vision insurance options Flexible Spending Accounts – both medical and dependent care Eleven paid holidays Separate accruals for vacation (increases with tenure), personal, and sick time Tax‑deferred 403(b) retirement savings plan with employer match Employee Assistance Plan / Travel Assistance Plan Employee bonus for referrals resulting in hiring Discounts to movie theaters, sporting, and entertainment events Employee YMCA discount: 10% off a YMCA monthly membership and 50% off the joiner’s fee Learn more about our benefits and culture Our Benefits Our Culture Hear what employees think about working for Riverside! #J-18808-Ljbffr Riverside Community Care