Residential Counselor - Relief; Andover Area Andover, MA

We make a difference - in your community and in your career!

Are you looking to work extra hours?

Great relief (per diem) opportunity to obtain human services experience while making a difference in the lives of others! In this rewarding position, you will obtain hands‑on experience working with adults to manage both the mental health issues and cognitive effects of a brain injury.

As a Residential Counselor you will work as part of a cohesive team committed to providing support, supervision, and skills training for adults learning to make healthy life decisions. We work to encourage individuals to identify their strengths, develop and practice new skills, and actualize their hopes and dreams. This is a great environment to gain hands‑on skills in a fast growing and specialized sector of the mental health and human service field.

Successful candidates for this position will be invigorated by the potential to help consumers served succeed in the next chapter of their life story - while understanding that the road to that success is paved with small victories, frequent setbacks and daily struggles. CPR, First Aid, and Medication Administration certifications required. Riverside offers an outstanding staff training program, excellent supervision, competitive salary, benefits package and career advancement opportunities!

• $15.97/hourly with MAP certification
• $15.45/hourly without MAP

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 Forbes named Riverside a best-in-state employer.

• 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

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