Vinfen
Per Diem Residential Counselor (Mental Health Services)
Vinfen, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298
Overview
Per Diem Residential Counselor (Mental Health Services) at Vinfen. Provides direct support to people with psychiatric conditions and behavioral health challenges in small group residential settings or individual living arrangements. You will work with the people we serve, their families, friends, employers, and other support staff to help transform their lives by building independence skills or increasing each person's quality of life. Responsibilities
Provide direct support to people with psychiatric conditions and behavioral health challenges in residential settings. Administer medications under the Medication Administration Program (MAP). Implement treatment plans and assist people with activities of daily living, such as household chores and cooking. Strengthen residents\' connection to their community by providing transportation for outings such as shopping and doctor\'s appointments. Collaborate with team members, families, and supporters to promote recovery, resiliency, habilitation, and self-determination. Benefits
A fully funded, employer-sponsored retirement plan that requires no employee contribution, plus an employee-funded 403(b) plan. First-rate medical, dental, and vision plans for employees scheduled to work 30 hours/week or more, with employer contribution toward medical insurance. Employer-paid Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, and Long-Term Disability Insurance. Employer-paid Short-Term Disability Insurance with option to purchase additional Short-Term disability insurance. Flexible Spending Accounts (Health and Dependent Care). Voluntary term, whole life, accident, and critical illness insurance. Generous paid time off (for employees working 20+ hours/week): 15 days vacation, 11 paid holidays, 10 sick days, 3 personal days. Educational Assistance and Remission Programs. $500 employee referral bonus with no annual cap. Other benefits including discounted YMCA memberships and discounted movie tickets. About Vinfen
Vinfen is a nonprofit health and human services organization established in 1977, providing community-based services to individuals with mental health conditions, developmental disabilities, brain injuries, and behavioral health challenges. Vinfen supports recovery, resiliency, habilitation, and self-determination for the people we serve. With 3,500 employees and over 550 sites in Massachusetts and Connecticut, learn more at www.vinfen.org/careers. Qualifications
High school diploma or GED required; bachelor\'s degree in a Human Services-related field preferred. Prior Human Services experience. Strong time management and writing skills. Must be at least 21 years of age. Must have a current, valid US driver\'s license for at least 6 months and access to a reliable, fully insured vehicle (unless position is based in the Metro Boston Area). Must be able to become CPR and First Aid certified within 2 weeks of employment and MAP certified within 150 days of employment. Certification trainings are offered through Vinfen upon hire. Must be able to successfully pass CORI, reference, multi-state background, and driving record checks. Pay
USD $20.00 - USD $22.00 /Hr. Seniority level
Entry level Employment type
Part-time Job function
Health Care Provider Industries
Mental Health Care
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Per Diem Residential Counselor (Mental Health Services) at Vinfen. Provides direct support to people with psychiatric conditions and behavioral health challenges in small group residential settings or individual living arrangements. You will work with the people we serve, their families, friends, employers, and other support staff to help transform their lives by building independence skills or increasing each person's quality of life. Responsibilities
Provide direct support to people with psychiatric conditions and behavioral health challenges in residential settings. Administer medications under the Medication Administration Program (MAP). Implement treatment plans and assist people with activities of daily living, such as household chores and cooking. Strengthen residents\' connection to their community by providing transportation for outings such as shopping and doctor\'s appointments. Collaborate with team members, families, and supporters to promote recovery, resiliency, habilitation, and self-determination. Benefits
A fully funded, employer-sponsored retirement plan that requires no employee contribution, plus an employee-funded 403(b) plan. First-rate medical, dental, and vision plans for employees scheduled to work 30 hours/week or more, with employer contribution toward medical insurance. Employer-paid Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, and Long-Term Disability Insurance. Employer-paid Short-Term Disability Insurance with option to purchase additional Short-Term disability insurance. Flexible Spending Accounts (Health and Dependent Care). Voluntary term, whole life, accident, and critical illness insurance. Generous paid time off (for employees working 20+ hours/week): 15 days vacation, 11 paid holidays, 10 sick days, 3 personal days. Educational Assistance and Remission Programs. $500 employee referral bonus with no annual cap. Other benefits including discounted YMCA memberships and discounted movie tickets. About Vinfen
Vinfen is a nonprofit health and human services organization established in 1977, providing community-based services to individuals with mental health conditions, developmental disabilities, brain injuries, and behavioral health challenges. Vinfen supports recovery, resiliency, habilitation, and self-determination for the people we serve. With 3,500 employees and over 550 sites in Massachusetts and Connecticut, learn more at www.vinfen.org/careers. Qualifications
High school diploma or GED required; bachelor\'s degree in a Human Services-related field preferred. Prior Human Services experience. Strong time management and writing skills. Must be at least 21 years of age. Must have a current, valid US driver\'s license for at least 6 months and access to a reliable, fully insured vehicle (unless position is based in the Metro Boston Area). Must be able to become CPR and First Aid certified within 2 weeks of employment and MAP certified within 150 days of employment. Certification trainings are offered through Vinfen upon hire. Must be able to successfully pass CORI, reference, multi-state background, and driving record checks. Pay
USD $20.00 - USD $22.00 /Hr. Seniority level
Entry level Employment type
Part-time Job function
Health Care Provider Industries
Mental Health Care
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