Eliot Community Human Services·Woburn, Massachusetts
Provide person-centered support to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities to promote autonomy and daily living skills. Ensure safety through crisis intervention and medication administration while facilitating community integration and maintaining accurate documentation.
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 Relief Counselor to join our Developmental Disabilities 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 Relief Counselor, you will work to empower individuals to make choices and maintain control over their daily lives, including routines at home and leisure activities.
This involves providing information about available options to support independent decision-making in all aspects of daily living.
Support individuals in daily living by promoting choice, dignity, cultural respect, and personal autonomy within home and community environments Ensure safety and well-being by responding to mental health, behavioral, and medical needs, reporting concerns, and implementing crisis interventions when necessary Facilitate community integration, personal relationships, and access to social supports while maintaining professional boundaries and ethical standards Implement Individual Support Plans, assist with medication administration, transportation, and home maintenance, and adhere to all agency, DPH, and DMR regulations Maintain accurate documentation, uphold confidentiality, complete required trainings and certifications, and participate in supervision, meetings, and continuous improvement efforts
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 Must be flexible to work in Lexington, Woburn, Bedford and Arlington locations Schedule: Various flexible schedules available. Hourly Rate $20—$20 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.
Requires a high school diploma and experience working with adults who have brain injuries or intellectual disabilities. Must possess a valid Massachusetts driver's license and a personally owned vehicle to transport residents.
Market context
In Massachusetts, residential relief roles in developmental disabilities settings are commonly needed to cover staffing gaps and maintain consistent support for adults with brain injuries or intellectual disabilities. These positions can be competitive because employers often look for candidates with direct care experience, a high school diploma, and the ability to travel reliably with a valid Massachusetts driver’s license and personal vehicle. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit, since they are pulled from the original job description and can save research time.
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