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About this Residential Counselor - Developmental Disabilities role at Eliot Community Human Services

Eliot Community Human Services · Onsite · Bedford

Join Eliot – A Place to Belong, Grow, and Inspire Change

At Eliot, your work has purpose. You’ll be part of a compassionate, mission-driven team committed to resilience, empowerment, and lasting change. We foster an inclusive workplace where all backgrounds and perspectives are valued, creating a culture of belonging and professional growth.

Benefits at Eliot

We prioritize your well-being, work-life balance, and career growth. Benefit eligible positions include:

  • Generous Paid Time Off – Vacation, sick time, and paid holidays
  • Comprehensive Benefits – Medical, dental, and vision plans
  • Retirement Savings – 401(k) with employer match
  • Wellness & Family Support – Discounted fitness services and access to trusted childcare resources
  • Financial Security – 100% company-paid life and accidental death insurance
  • Professional Growth – Ongoing training, career advancement programs, tuition reimbursement, and leadership development

Eliot is seeking a dedicated Residential Counselor to join our Developmental Disabilities (DD) division. Our residential programs offer a person-centered continuum of services that provides innovative and high quality programming to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The program offers support and opportunities for individuals to enrich their lives, develop social and daily living skills, and build social and community connections.   

As a Residential Counselor, you will assist with the day to day operations of a group home for individuals with developmental and/or intellectual The ideal candidate will have experience working with clients with brain injuries and/or developmental disabilities.

Responsibilities:

  • Support daily operations of a group home serving individuals with developmental disabilities and brain injuries.
  • Promote community integration by supporting access to resources, fostering relationships, and reducing stigma.
  • Ensure a safe, supportive environment and implement crisis interventions when needed.
  • Assist in the implementation of Individual Support Plans and maintain accurate, timely documentation.

Qualifications:

  • Requires a high school diploma 
  • Experience working with intellectually disabled or brain injured adults.
  • Ability to drive residence van
  • Must possess a valid Massachusetts driver’s license and maintain a personally owned vehicle

Schedules: 

  • Friday-Sunday, 9am-3pm (18 hours)
  • Friday-Monday, 3pm-11pm (32 hours)
Hourly Rate
$19.50$19.50 USD

At Eliot, we are committed to supporting you at every stage of your career, providing opportunities for growth, purpose, and community. We foster belonging in the workplace by identifying and removing barriers that may prevent individuals of all backgrounds from reaching their full potential, advancing into leadership roles, and fully engaging at all levels of the organization.

Apply today and make a difference.

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About Eliot Community Human Services

About Eliot 

For over 70 years, Eliot has been a premier provider of mental healthcare, behavioral healthcare and human services throughout Massachusetts. As a trusted nonprofit, we are dedicated to empowering individuals and families to achieve stability, growth, and well-being through a comprehensive, person-centered approach.

 

Eliot delivers a broad range of evidence- and strengths-based programming in Comprehensive Behavioral Health, Community-Based Support and Outreach, Care Coordination, Day Services, and Residential Services and Treatment Facilities. Examples of services we deliver include: clinical mental health care; substance use treatment and recovery; housing and homelessness support; juvenile justice and rehabilitation programming; intellectual and developmental disabilities services; acquired brain injury services; and child, youth and family support and development services. We operate two leading Community Behavioral Health Centers (CBHCs) in Danvers, MA and Lynn, MA, ensuring zero barrier, high-quality care is accessible for all who seek it.

 

As an organization committed to innovation, collaboration, and belonging, Eliot fosters a supportive work environment where employees make a collective impact every day. Join our team and be part of a mission-driven agency dedicated to strengthening communities and transforming lives!

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