Residential Counselor - per diem
Newport Mental Health·Middletown, Rhode Island
Newport Mental Health·Middletown, Rhode Island
Provide daily support to adults in a residential group home, including cooking, cleaning, and organizational activities. Assist clients with community integration, recovery plan goals, and conducting health promotion groups.
$20.00 per hour Schedule: Part-time, per diem
WHY JOIN NEWPORT MENTAL HEALTH? At Newport Mental Health, we invest in our employees by offering competitive pay, exceptional time-off benefits, opportunities for professional growth, and a supportive, mission-driven culture. What We Offer… 3 weeks of paid time off (PTO) to start, with additional PTO for Director-level roles Up to 11 paid holidays each year 1 paid Flex Holiday each year Separate paid personal days Separate paid sick time $3,000 annual bilingual pay incentive Medical, dental, and vision coverage Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Dependent Care Accounts 403(b) retirement savings plan Company-paid life insurance Tuition reimbursement Employee Assistance Program and wellness resources *Benefits and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours, and employment status; additional criteria may apply to certain benefits and incentives.
WHO WE ARE… Newport Mental Health (NMH) is a progressive high-energy organization that uses state of the art person-centered recovery approach to help individuals recover from mental illness and substance use disorders. NMH extends its trauma informed evidence-based services to children, adolescents, families, and adults. Our services vary from outreach, specialized program, mental health, school-based therapy, substance use therapy, community-based therapy, and outpatient clinic. For more information visit our website: www.newportmentalhealth.org
LOOKING FOR… Mission- Aligned: You are excited to be a part of Newport Mental Health’s mission to improve the lives of our clients living and working in Newport County by providing the highest quality of care.
You intentionally foster belonging, personal growth, and empowerment for all. You are a strong advocate for the BIPOC, LQBTQIA+, Woman, Veteran, and other underrepresented communities.
Solution
Orientated: You are driven to think of different approaches to narrow the gap which leads to positive and effective changes.
Time
Management: You are a conscious planner and a thoughtful decision maker who adheres to deadlines.
WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING (ESSENTIAL DUTIES) … We are currently seeking a motivated, caring, and empathetic Residential Counselor to join our team. This position supports the 14 adults residing in our residential group home in Middletown. Main
Includes cooking, cleaning, laundry, and organizational activities. Assist clients with involvement in community connections and activities to expand social networks and community integration. Work with clients on their identified goals as outlined in their recovery plans. Work with families and identified supports that can be part of the client’s recovery plan. Conduct monthly resident groups that focus on health promotion and skill development in various life domains. Support and assist clients with problem solving around daily integration into the community such as transportation to appointments, grocery shopping and other scheduled events.
WHAT WE EXPECT OF YOU… Exceptional communication skills with the ability to professionally communicate verbally and in writing with a variety of individuals. Caring and empathetic, with the desire to help others in need. Self-motivated and independent, with the ability to prioritize work to meet deadlines. Valid Driver’s License with reliable transportation. 1 or more years of experience working in the human services field is preferred. High School Diploma required. Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred. APPLY NOW Submitting your application is a great way to learn more about Newport Mental Health. If you have questions about how your experience aligns with our job openings or know someone who would be a great candidate for our job openings, please contact Human Resources: Human Resources Newport Mental Health 42 Valley Road Middletown, RI 02842 Tel: 401-846-1213 Fax: 401-324-6251
Newport Mental Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.
Market context
Behavioral-health openings in Rhode Island often reflect steady demand for licensed therapists who can support adult, child, or adolescent clients across outpatient, school-based, or community settings. These roles are competitive because employers usually want a fully licensed Rhode Island clinician with population-specific experience, and the posted requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original job description to save you research time. Before applying, confirm your Rhode Island licensure status and match your client-age experience to the role.
