Vinfen
Residential Counselor (Developmental Disabilities)
Vinfen, Brookline, Massachusetts, us, 02445
Overview
As a Residential Counselor, you will provide direct support to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a small group residential setting or an individual living arrangement. In your role you will work together with the people we serve, their families, friends, employers, and other support staff to transform their lives by either building independence skills or increasing each person's quality of life. You may administer medication under the Medication Administration Plan (MAP), implement treatment plans, and assist people with activities of daily living, such as household chores and cooking. You also strengthen residents' connection to their community by providing transportation on outings such as shopping and doctor\'s appointments. Keywords:
social services, counseling, social work, group home, DSP, Direct Care, psychology, mentor, mental illness, mental health, disability, developmental disabilities, behavioral, rehabilitative, psychiatric, outreach worker, outreach services, human services, nonprofit, autism, crisis, trauma, advocacy, developmental disability, recovery, Direct Care, VinfenRC Our Organization
About Vinfen. Vinfen is a nonprofit health and human services organization established in 1977 and a leading provider of community-based services to individuals with mental health conditions, intellectual and developmental disabilities, brain injuries, and behavioral health challenges. Our services promote recovery, resiliency, habilitation, and self-determination. Vinfen employs thousands of dedicated professionals across Massachusetts and Connecticut. For more information, please visit www.vinfen.org/careers. Vinfen is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. Responsibilities
Provide direct support to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in residential settings or individual living arrangements. Administer medication under the Medication Administration Plan (MAP) and implement treatment plans. Assist residents with activities of daily living, such as household chores and cooking. Strengthen residents\' connection to community by providing transportation for outings and appointments. Collaborate with the people we serve, their families, friends, employers, and other support staff to promote independence and quality of life. Qualifications
High school diploma or GED required. Experience working with people with developmental disabilities and/or brain injury strongly preferred. Strong time management and writing skills. All applicants must be at least 21 years of age and have a current, valid US driver\'s license for at least 6 months. Must be able to become CPR, First Aid certified within 2 weeks of employment and MAP certified within 150 days of employment. Must successfully complete Safety Care within 90 days. Must be able to pass a CORI, reference, national fingerprinting and driving record check. Pay and Benefits
Pay Range: USD $20.75 /Hr. Benefits
A fully funded, employer-sponsored retirement plan with no employee contribution and an employee-funded 403(b) plan Medical, Dental and Vision plans for employees scheduled to work 30 hours per week or more, with employer contribution toward the cost of medical insurance Employer-paid Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment and Long-Term Disability Insurance Employer-paid Short-Term Disability Insurance with option to purchase additional voluntary coverage Flexible Spending Reimbursement Accounts (Health and Dependent Care) Voluntary Term, Whole Life, Accident and Critical Care Insurance Generous paid time off (for employees scheduled to work 20 hours or more per week): 15 vacation days, 11 paid holidays, 10 sick days, 3 personal days Educational Assistance and Remission Programs $500 Employee Referral Bonus (no annual cap) Other benefits including discounted YMCA memberships and discounted movie tickets Job Details
Seniority level: Entry level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Health Care Provider Industry: Mental Health Care Location notes and job postings are provided for informational purposes and may be updated over time. Referrals may increase interview chances.
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As a Residential Counselor, you will provide direct support to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a small group residential setting or an individual living arrangement. In your role you will work together with the people we serve, their families, friends, employers, and other support staff to transform their lives by either building independence skills or increasing each person's quality of life. You may administer medication under the Medication Administration Plan (MAP), implement treatment plans, and assist people with activities of daily living, such as household chores and cooking. You also strengthen residents' connection to their community by providing transportation on outings such as shopping and doctor\'s appointments. Keywords:
social services, counseling, social work, group home, DSP, Direct Care, psychology, mentor, mental illness, mental health, disability, developmental disabilities, behavioral, rehabilitative, psychiatric, outreach worker, outreach services, human services, nonprofit, autism, crisis, trauma, advocacy, developmental disability, recovery, Direct Care, VinfenRC Our Organization
About Vinfen. Vinfen is a nonprofit health and human services organization established in 1977 and a leading provider of community-based services to individuals with mental health conditions, intellectual and developmental disabilities, brain injuries, and behavioral health challenges. Our services promote recovery, resiliency, habilitation, and self-determination. Vinfen employs thousands of dedicated professionals across Massachusetts and Connecticut. For more information, please visit www.vinfen.org/careers. Vinfen is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. Responsibilities
Provide direct support to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in residential settings or individual living arrangements. Administer medication under the Medication Administration Plan (MAP) and implement treatment plans. Assist residents with activities of daily living, such as household chores and cooking. Strengthen residents\' connection to community by providing transportation for outings and appointments. Collaborate with the people we serve, their families, friends, employers, and other support staff to promote independence and quality of life. Qualifications
High school diploma or GED required. Experience working with people with developmental disabilities and/or brain injury strongly preferred. Strong time management and writing skills. All applicants must be at least 21 years of age and have a current, valid US driver\'s license for at least 6 months. Must be able to become CPR, First Aid certified within 2 weeks of employment and MAP certified within 150 days of employment. Must successfully complete Safety Care within 90 days. Must be able to pass a CORI, reference, national fingerprinting and driving record check. Pay and Benefits
Pay Range: USD $20.75 /Hr. Benefits
A fully funded, employer-sponsored retirement plan with no employee contribution and an employee-funded 403(b) plan Medical, Dental and Vision plans for employees scheduled to work 30 hours per week or more, with employer contribution toward the cost of medical insurance Employer-paid Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment and Long-Term Disability Insurance Employer-paid Short-Term Disability Insurance with option to purchase additional voluntary coverage Flexible Spending Reimbursement Accounts (Health and Dependent Care) Voluntary Term, Whole Life, Accident and Critical Care Insurance Generous paid time off (for employees scheduled to work 20 hours or more per week): 15 vacation days, 11 paid holidays, 10 sick days, 3 personal days Educational Assistance and Remission Programs $500 Employee Referral Bonus (no annual cap) Other benefits including discounted YMCA memberships and discounted movie tickets Job Details
Seniority level: Entry level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Health Care Provider Industry: Mental Health Care Location notes and job postings are provided for informational purposes and may be updated over time. Referrals may increase interview chances.
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