Mental Health Counselor

Great opportunity to become part of an innovative Community Rehabilitation and Treatment Program, working as part of a Mobile Team that provides comprehensive services to adults who have a mental illness. Excellent way to gain experience in the mental health field while working as part of a collaborative and diverse team of professionals. Primary responsibilities include providing guidance, education, supervision, and direct supports to assist individuals served with maintaining their physical and emotional health, living safely in the community, and developing the skills and resources necessary for successful independent living. Services are designed around each person's strengths and interests, with a focus on promoting resiliency and recovery for all participants. Interactions will be guided by an appreciation for those being served as unique individuals and adults, with the expectation and goal of mutual learning and growth. Training and supervision provided.

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree preferred. High School diploma and one year related experience required. Must have a demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment. Excellent written and verbal communication skills (in the English language) required. Ability to work evening and weekend hours required. Must have valid driver's license and available, dependable transportation and be willing to provide transportation to persons served in personal vehicle, as needed.

About Riverside

Each year Riverside Community Care provides more than 40,000 adults, children and adolescents with a broad range of healthcare and human services. We are an award-winning, non-profit organization offering programs in mental healthcare, developmental and cognitive disabilities, addiction treatment, and early childhood services. We are here to make a difference in the lives of individuals, families, and communities by delivering compassionate, locally-based, integrated care.

Offering support in over 70 communities in Massachusetts, Riverside provides the help thousands of people need, close to home. With over 100 programs, we focus on helping individuals and families lead healthy, productive lives. A few of our specialized services include: emergency mental health and substance abuse services, outpatient counseling and medication, home and school-based services and employment for people recovering from mental illness.

Riverside’s goal is to help individuals, families and communities reach their fullest potential. We believe that when people have the opportunity to participate as integral members of the community, they thrive. And when they succeed, they are able to give back, making the community healthier and stronger.

Application Instructions

Please apply for this job through our website at www.riversidecc.org.