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Job Description
Jobs › Southbridge, MA › South County Respite (16 Hours) - … Open Sky Community Services South County Respite (16 Hours) - Awake Overnight Counselor Southbridge, MA Apply Description and Responsibilities Open Sky's Respite Programs are short-term group living environments that provide treatment of intermittent crisis and stabilization for adults who are diagnosed with a mental health and/or substance use disorder. The goal of the Respite program is to work collaboratively with individuals to develop skills to maintain their independence in the community and live a life that is not defined by their mental illness. Awake Overnight Counselors support individuals to live as independently as possible, while providing evidence-based treatment and care, within a group living environment. They provide guidance, support, and perform various levels of activities of daily living. Through implementing procedures that ensure the health, safety, and well-being of individuals and general cleanliness and safety of the physical site, counselors ensure individuals are living a healthy, productive, and independent life.
Other Key Responsibilities:
Utilize crisis intervention or other means to intervene during a crisis situation, following established program and Agency procedures. Provide support and direction for individuals requiring nighttime assistance. Assist individuals with all morning routines and implement all plans. Review and complete all required documentation. The organization recognizes skills, training and population served in certain programs by offering an additional hourly differential. This program has an additional .50 per hour differential for the population served. Qualifications High School Diploma, GED or equivalent, required. Valid Driver's License and acceptable driving record, required. Reliability, willingness to learn, and being open to new opportunities. About Us At Open Sky Community Services, we open our doors, hearts, and minds to the belief that every individual, regardless of perceived limitations, deserves the chance to live a productive and fulfilling life. Open Sky is on an anti-racist journey, committed to learning, living, and breathing inclusion, opportunity, diversity, racial equity and justice for ALL. At Open Sky, you'll join over 1,100 compassionate and highly trained professionals who put innovative, evidence-based practices to work in ways that positively impact our communities across Central Massachusetts and beyond. As a trauma-informed organization, Open Sky strives for transparency and sensitivity to the experiences of those we interact with. Self-care is encouraged, and we are committed to providing a positive work culture that is focused on continuous learning and the value of diverse perspectives. Open Sky is proud to be an industry leader in pay and benefits. Open the Door to Possibility, and begin your career with Open Sky today! Benefits of Working for
Open Sky Include:
Excellent Supervision (Individual and Group), Professional Development, and Training Opportunities Generous paid time off plan - you start with 29 days (almost 6 weeks!) in your first year, including 12 paid holidays. Increases to 32 days in your 2nd year, and the current maximum is 43 days (OVER 8 WEEKS!) We pay for your higher education! Ask about our Tuition Reimbursement Program, and reimbursement for a variety of Human Services certifications Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Prescription Plan 403b Retirement Plan with Employer Match Life Insurance (100% Employer-Paid) Eligible employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program And more! Open Sky celebrates diversity and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with federal and state employment opportunity laws, qualified applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, gender, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran or disabled Veteran status. Base Rate USD $20.00/Hr. Job
ID2026-10838
CitySouthbridge StateMassachusetts Base RateUSD $20.00/Hr. Maximum RateUSD $22.48/Hr. Active Filters South County Respite (16 Hours) ... Southbridge, MA Clear All Apply
