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Residential Counselor - Developmental Disabilities

$19.5 per hour

Eliot Community Human Services

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 disabilities. 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 a high school diploma. Experience working with adults with brain injuries or developmental disabilities. Ability to drive residence van. Must possess a valid Massachusetts driver's license and maintain a personally owned vehicle.

Schedule: Saturday & Sunday, 12pm-8pm (16 hours) Tuesday-Saturday, 3pm-11pm (40 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.

Eliot Community Human Services
Vacancy posted 4 days ago
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