Vinfen
Overview
Residential Counselor (Mental Health Services) role at Vinfen. As an ACCS Residential Counselor, you will provide direct support to people with psychiatric conditions in a residential Group Living Environment designed to foster independence. 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. Responsibilities
Provide direct care and support to residents, including assisting with activities of daily living and promoting independence and quality of life. Administer medication under the Medication Administration Plan (MAP). Assist residents with activities of daily living, such as household chores and cooking. Work with the Clinical Program Director to implement treatment plans which are recovery-oriented, person-centered, harm-reduction, trauma-informed, culturally competent and strengths-based. Qualifications
A high school diploma or equivalent is required. Associate's degree in a human services discipline preferred. Prior experience working in a human services setting strongly preferred. Preference given to bilingual/bicultural applicants and applicants with lived experience of psychiatric conditions. Must be at least 21 years of age and have held a valid US driver's license for at least 6 months and be able to pass a CORI, driving record, employment reference check as well as a multi-state background check. Must be able to become CPR and First Aid certified within two weeks of hire and become MAP certified within 150 days of hire. Pay Range
USD $22.00 per hour Seniority level
Entry level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Health Care Provider Industries
Mental Health Care About Vinfen
Established in 1977, Vinfen is a nonprofit, health and human services organization 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 and advocacy promote the recovery, resiliency, habilitation, and self-determination of the people we serve. Vinfen's 3,200 dedicated employees are experienced, highly-trained professionals who provide a full range of supportive living, health, educational, and clinical services in 318 programs throughout Massachusetts and Connecticut. For more information about Vinfen, please visit www.vinfen.org/careers My Vinfen. My Community. My Job. 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.
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Residential Counselor (Mental Health Services) role at Vinfen. As an ACCS Residential Counselor, you will provide direct support to people with psychiatric conditions in a residential Group Living Environment designed to foster independence. 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. Responsibilities
Provide direct care and support to residents, including assisting with activities of daily living and promoting independence and quality of life. Administer medication under the Medication Administration Plan (MAP). Assist residents with activities of daily living, such as household chores and cooking. Work with the Clinical Program Director to implement treatment plans which are recovery-oriented, person-centered, harm-reduction, trauma-informed, culturally competent and strengths-based. Qualifications
A high school diploma or equivalent is required. Associate's degree in a human services discipline preferred. Prior experience working in a human services setting strongly preferred. Preference given to bilingual/bicultural applicants and applicants with lived experience of psychiatric conditions. Must be at least 21 years of age and have held a valid US driver's license for at least 6 months and be able to pass a CORI, driving record, employment reference check as well as a multi-state background check. Must be able to become CPR and First Aid certified within two weeks of hire and become MAP certified within 150 days of hire. Pay Range
USD $22.00 per hour Seniority level
Entry level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Health Care Provider Industries
Mental Health Care About Vinfen
Established in 1977, Vinfen is a nonprofit, health and human services organization 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 and advocacy promote the recovery, resiliency, habilitation, and self-determination of the people we serve. Vinfen's 3,200 dedicated employees are experienced, highly-trained professionals who provide a full range of supportive living, health, educational, and clinical services in 318 programs throughout Massachusetts and Connecticut. For more information about Vinfen, please visit www.vinfen.org/careers My Vinfen. My Community. My Job. 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.
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