Community Based Counselor Position Available In Norfolk, Massachusetts

Riverside Community Care Jobs
Community Based Counselor
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Developmental and Cognitive Services
Norwood, MA •

ID:

11477-709
• Full-Time/Regular
We make a difference- in your community and in your career.
Community Based Counselor also known as Individual Support Counselor
•$2,000 SIGN

ON BONUS

•First $1,000 distributed after 30 days of active employment, Second $1,000 distributed after 6 months of active employment!
The Individual Support Counselor works as part of a team to provide direct supports, guidance, education, advocacy and supervision for individuals with developmental and cognitive disabilities.
The Individual Support Counselor helps individuals live safely in the community, maintain their physical and emotional health, foster relationships with family and community to develop the skills necessary to increase the individual’s independence. Interaction between staff and individuals will reflect an appreciation of each individual’s uniqueness with the expectation and goal of mutual learning and growth.
The catchment area is Norwood/Walpole Area.

Schedule:

Tuesday – Saturday 10am-6pm (40 hours)

Rate:

$21.67/hour
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
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!
Required Skills
Ability to communicate in and comprehend the English language, including clearly documenting individual progress and activities in program records
Ability to work as a member of a team and to function independently
Valid driver’s license and access to dependable transportation
Required Experience
High School Diploma
Riverside Community Care is dedicated to respect, integrity and engagement of all individuals. We are committed to building an inclusive and culturally competent organization and we value the richness of having a diverse applicant pool. As an employer committed to equal opportunity, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for 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.
This position is located in Norwood, MA.