Mental Health Counselor - Group Living Environment
Riverside Community Care believes that every person deserves the opportunity to live a fulfilling, self-directed life in the community. Join our dedicated team as a Mental Health Counselor in one of our Group Living Environments (GLE's)—safe, comfortable homes where adults can build confidence, skills, and independence with the right support. This role is part of our Adult Community Clinical Services (ACCS) program, an innovative model of care that empowers adults on their path to recovery.
About the role
As a Mental Health Counselor, you will bring compassion, creativity, and a strong sense of collaboration to an environment that honors each person’s strengths and potential. You will partner with residents to reach personal goals by offering guidance, education, and daily living support.
Responsibilities
- Help individuals strengthen their physical and emotional wellness while developing essential life skills.
- Encourage self-advocacy, connection, and community involvement through meaningful interactions and supportive coaching.
- Collaborate with a committed team that values mutual learning, respect, and growth.
- Create an environment where people feel safe, heard, and inspired to envision new possibilities for their futures.
Schedule
Full Time - 40 hours per week
Sunday through Thursday: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Pay
$21.37/hour
Benefits
- 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
Skills
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills (in the English language)
- Ability to work evening and weekend hours
- Valid driver's license and available, dependable transportation; willingness to provide transportation to persons served in personal vehicle, as needed
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree preferred
- High School diploma and one year of related experience required
- Experience working with recovery model, dual diagnosis, and/or addictions a plus