Relief - Sunny Hill Rd.
About the role
As a Relief Counselor, you gain experience while playing a crucial role in supporting individuals facing mental health challenges by helping them live independently and live beyond their perceived limitations. Relief Counselors play a significant role in our mission to enhance the well-being of those we serve by providing direct support care, ensuring daily living needs are met while maintaining a safe yet inspiring atmosphere. 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. 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.
Responsibilities
- Assist in developing and implementing individualized, person‑centered support plans.
- Assist individuals in accessing community resources and/or provide transportation as needed.
- Implement activities that promote skill development, community engagement, personal growth, and meaningful relationships.
- Review and complete all required documentation.
- Provide direct support care, ensure daily living needs are met while maintaining a safe yet inspiring atmosphere.
Requirements
- 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.
Benefits
- Excellent supervision (individual and group), professional development, and training opportunities.
- Generous paid time off plan – start with 29 days (almost 6 weeks) in the first year, including 12 paid holidays; increases to 32 days in year 2; current maximum is 43 days (over 8 weeks).
- Tuition reimbursement program and reimbursement for a variety of Human Services certifications.
- Medical, dental and vision insurance with prescription plan.
- 403(b) retirement plan with employer match.
- Life insurance (100% employer‑paid).
- Eligible employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program.
Pay
Pay range: $17.50 – $17.50 per hour. (Ask your recruiter about eligibility for an additional hourly differential.)