RFK Community Alliance
Residential Counselor/Direct Care Suppor
RFK Community Alliance, Lancaster, Massachusetts, us, 01523
Overview
Residential Counselor/Direct Care Support
role at
RFK Community Alliance
in Lancaster, MA. This full-time position includes a $2,500 sign-on bonus. Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) are at the heart of the work we do. You will work directly with adolescents facing mental health challenges in a group home setting to support daily needs, foster independence, and empower them to live their best lives. The role is rewarding and offers the chance to make a direct impact on someone\'s life every day. Full training is provided to help you succeed, whether you are coming from human services or exploring the field for the first time.
Responsibilities
Provide daily therapeutic support and guidance for children and adolescents with mental health challenges to help them achieve the highest level of independence.
Assist with daily activities, provide emotional support, and help individuals reach their personal goals.
Work directly with adolescents in a group home setting to support their daily needs and independence.
Collaborate with families, schools, and community partners as part of a care team.
Participate in training and ongoing professional development to excel in the DSP role.
Qualifications
High school diploma required; at least 21 years old. Bachelor\'s degree is preferred.
Background in human services is helpful; willingness to complete full training is required.
Shifts and Schedule
Shifts are 32 or 40 hours per week with options including: Sun 8:00 am to 10:00 pm; Mon to Wed 2:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Shifts are 32 or 40 hours per week with options including: Wed to Fri 2:00 pm to 10:00 pm; Sat 8:00 am to 10:00 pm
Shifts are 30 or 40 hours per week: Sun to Wed 10:00 pm to 8:00 am
Shifts are 30 or 40 hours per week: Wed to Sat 10:00 pm to 8:00 am
Shifts are 40 hours: 11:00 pm to 7:00 am
Shifts are 40 hours: Tue to Fri 3:00 pm to 11:00 pm (Wed and Thu off)
About RFK Community Alliance RFK Community Alliance provides high quality care and support to people and families facing complicated challenges. As a multi service agency, we offer a wide range of programs serving diverse needs across ages. We value teamwork, collaborate with families, schools, and community partners, and aim to build a network of support. We strive to build skills and confidence, nurture strength, determination, and resilience, and promote equity and inclusion in our workplace and communities.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion We are dedicated to a culture where everyone can show up as their authentic self. Diversity and inclusion are design principles that strengthen our organization. Our team should reflect the communities we serve, and we value respect and support for all identities and backgrounds.
Job Details
Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Health Care Provider
Industries: Individual and Family Services
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Generous paid time off and Holiday Pay
Educational Assistance
Employer paid life insurance
Employer paid Short- and Long-Term Disability
Retirement Plan
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role at
RFK Community Alliance
in Lancaster, MA. This full-time position includes a $2,500 sign-on bonus. Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) are at the heart of the work we do. You will work directly with adolescents facing mental health challenges in a group home setting to support daily needs, foster independence, and empower them to live their best lives. The role is rewarding and offers the chance to make a direct impact on someone\'s life every day. Full training is provided to help you succeed, whether you are coming from human services or exploring the field for the first time.
Responsibilities
Provide daily therapeutic support and guidance for children and adolescents with mental health challenges to help them achieve the highest level of independence.
Assist with daily activities, provide emotional support, and help individuals reach their personal goals.
Work directly with adolescents in a group home setting to support their daily needs and independence.
Collaborate with families, schools, and community partners as part of a care team.
Participate in training and ongoing professional development to excel in the DSP role.
Qualifications
High school diploma required; at least 21 years old. Bachelor\'s degree is preferred.
Background in human services is helpful; willingness to complete full training is required.
Shifts and Schedule
Shifts are 32 or 40 hours per week with options including: Sun 8:00 am to 10:00 pm; Mon to Wed 2:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Shifts are 32 or 40 hours per week with options including: Wed to Fri 2:00 pm to 10:00 pm; Sat 8:00 am to 10:00 pm
Shifts are 30 or 40 hours per week: Sun to Wed 10:00 pm to 8:00 am
Shifts are 30 or 40 hours per week: Wed to Sat 10:00 pm to 8:00 am
Shifts are 40 hours: 11:00 pm to 7:00 am
Shifts are 40 hours: Tue to Fri 3:00 pm to 11:00 pm (Wed and Thu off)
About RFK Community Alliance RFK Community Alliance provides high quality care and support to people and families facing complicated challenges. As a multi service agency, we offer a wide range of programs serving diverse needs across ages. We value teamwork, collaborate with families, schools, and community partners, and aim to build a network of support. We strive to build skills and confidence, nurture strength, determination, and resilience, and promote equity and inclusion in our workplace and communities.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion We are dedicated to a culture where everyone can show up as their authentic self. Diversity and inclusion are design principles that strengthen our organization. Our team should reflect the communities we serve, and we value respect and support for all identities and backgrounds.
Job Details
Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Health Care Provider
Industries: Individual and Family Services
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Generous paid time off and Holiday Pay
Educational Assistance
Employer paid life insurance
Employer paid Short- and Long-Term Disability
Retirement Plan
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