💼 Full-Time Position

Respite Counselor

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The Edinburg Center
📍 Lexington, MA, United States
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Location
Lexington, United States
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Posted
June 22, 2026
Type
Full-Time
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Full-Time Opportunity: This is a permanent, full-time position with a competitive package and real career growth potential.

Job Description

RESPITE COUNSELOR

Lexington, MA

$20.20 per hour





The Edinburg Center is seeking a Respite Counselor in our innovative, community-based, respite program to assist mental health clients in avoiding unnecessary hospitalization or transition successfully from the hospital to community living.




What You Will Do:



Primary responsibilities include providing recovery-oriented psychosocial rehabilitation, advocacy, support and crisis prevention/intervention services to adults temporarily residing in a short term respite.

Who You Are:
BA and at least 1 year experience with adult mental health population required OR High school diploma and a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience will be considered. Experience in Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) model programs and knowledge of psychosocial rehabilitation preferred. First Aid, CPR, and MAP certification within three months of hire require...