Mental Health Counselor - Group Living Environment

Wakefield MA

12 May, 2020

12:07 PM

Description

We make a difference - in your community and in your career. Group Living Environment (GLE) - Mental Health Counselor Great opportunity to become part of our innovative Adult Community Clinical Services program (ACCS), working as part of a team in a Group Living Environment setting. As a GLE Counselor you will build upon your past work experience in the mental health field, assisting adults in the community. Primary responsibilities include providing guidance, education, supervision, and direct supports to assist individuals served with maintaining their physical and emotional health, living safely in the community, and developing the skills and resources necessary for successful independent living. Services are designed around each person's strengths and interests, with a focus on promoting resiliency and recovery for all participants. Interactions will be guided by an appreciation for those being served as unique individuals and adults, with the expectation and goal of mutual learning and growth. Training and supervision provided. Pay rate: $16.12/hour without Bachelor's degree; $16.71/hour with Bachelor's degree Required Skills: Must have a demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environmentExcellent written and verbal communication skills (in the English language) requiredAbility to work evening and weekend hours required. Must have valid driver's license and available, dependable transportation and be willing to provide transportation to persons served in personal vehicle, as neededRequired Experience: Bachelor's Degree preferred. High School diploma and one year related experience requiredExperience working with recovery model, dual diagnosis, and/or addictions a plusRiverside Community Care is dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse and inclusive organization committed to working in a multicultural environment and strongly encourages applications from minorities. We provide equal opportunity for all persons seeking employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic as established by law. We are currently hiring in these locations: Dedham, Grafton, Hopedale, Medway, Milford, Millbury, Newton, and Northbridge. Please apply online at www.riversidecc.org/careers!