Residential Counselor (Developmental Disabilities)

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. You will work with the people we serve, their families, friends, employers, and other support staff to transform their lives by building independence skills or increasing each person\'s quality of life. Responsibilities Provide direct support to residents in a group home or individual living arrangements. Administer medications under the Medication Administration Plan (MAP). Implement treatment plans and assist with activities of daily living, such as household chores and cooking. Strengthen residents\' connection to their community by providing transportation for outings (e.g., shopping, doctor appointments). About Vinfen Vinfen is a nonprofit health and human services organization established in 1977. We provide 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 professionals across Massachusetts and Connecticut. For more information, please visit www.vinfen.org/careers. Why Vinfen? We are committed to you. We offer great training, benefits, career growth, and job security. Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance for employees working 30 hours or more Paid time off: 15 days vacation, 12 holidays, 10 sick days, and 3 personal days per year (for employees scheduled for 20 hours or more) Education Assistance and Tuition Remission Programs; employment counts toward Public Student Loan Forgiveness eligibility Professional Development with online training and CEUs Retirement savings with a fully funded employer-sponsored plan and an employee-funded 403(b) Company-paid Life, AD&D, and Long-Term Disability Insurance Voluntary Life, Critical Illness Insurance Flexible Spending Accounts (Health and Dependent Care) Referral bonuses with no annual cap Other benefits including discounted memberships and wellness programs 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 valid US driver\'s license for at least 6 months. Must be able to obtain CPR and First Aid certification within 2 weeks of employment and MAP certification within 150 days of employment. Must successfully complete Safety Care within 90 days. Must be able to pass CORI, reference, national fingerprinting, and driving record checks. Compensation Pay Range: USD $17.50 per hour. Job Details Seniority level: Entry level Employment type: Part-time Job function: Health Care Provider Industries: Mental Health Care 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.

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