Residential Relief Worker

Job overview

The Residential Relief Worker role is onsite in Burlington, MA, with compensation of $20 per hour. North Suffolk Community Services supports people with psychiatric or persistent mental illness and developmental disabilities in residential settings. The worker provides direct care and practical support to help consumers build confidence, independence, and quality of life. The role works with consumers, families, and support teams while assisting with daily living, medication administration, appointments, and household upkeep.

What you'll do

• Administer medication according to the Medication Administration Plan
• schedule or assist with routine and preventive medical appointments
• support daily living activities, self-help skills, and socialization
• participate in housekeeping and vehicle maintenance
• comply with program staffing ratios. Relief staff may set schedules based on preference and availability and may work up to 40 hours per week.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

residential relief worker

burlington ma

north suffolk community services

$20/hr

residential care

direct support

medication administration

map certification

cpr and first aid

mental health

developmental disabilities

flexible scheduling

up to 40 hours weekly

human services

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Flexible, entry-level relief opportunity; high school diploma or GED required; MAP and CPR/first-aid certification required within five continuous months of employment, with training provided.

About the employer

NORTH SUFFOLK COMMUNITY SERVICES INC is hiring for this role. Industry: Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities. Sector: 62.