Awake Overnight Residential Counselor (Mental Health Services)

Vinfen; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Vinfen is seeking staff to provide direct service in a GLE/SIE residential setting, helping persons served overcome barriers to independent living. You will administer PS medications per MAP and participate in crisis interventions as needed.

Responsibilities include maintaining a safe, clean environment and supporting residents with daily living tasks. Strong teamwork and documentation are essential in this role.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate’s degree in a human service discipline preferred.
• Prior experience working in a human services setting is strongly preferred.
• Bilingual/bicultural applicants encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Help PS who are new to the residence settle in and support PS with sleep: establish routines.
• Implement PS Treatment Plan interventions as directed by LPHA.
• Perform day-to-day assignments as directed by Program Director.
• Use recovery-oriented, harm-reduction, trauma-informed approaches with PS.
• Adhere to safety, maintenance and licensing standards; document as required.

Skills

Empathy

Crisis intervention

Communication skills

Cultural sensitivity

Confidentiality

Education

High school diploma

Associate's degree preferred

Job description

Overview

Provide direct service in a GLE/SIE residential setting. Help Persons Served (PS) in residence overcome barriers to, and prepare for, living independently. Implement PS Treatment Plan support interventions as assigned. Administer PS medications following Medication Administration Program (MAP) policies and procedures. Provide crisis interventions to PS when needed. Provide physical site maintenance. Ensure a safe, comfortable and clean environment.

Responsibilities

The essential job duties/responsibilities of the position include but are not limited to the information listed below:

• Help PS who are new to the residence settle in, provide support to PS who have difficulty sleeping at night, encourage good sleep habits.


• Implement PS Treatment Plan interventions as directed by Team LPHA Clinician.


• Perform day-to-day assignments as directed by Program Director.


• Use recovery-oriented, person-centered, harm-reduction, trauma-informed, culturally competent and strengths-based approaches with PS.


• Adhere to safety, maintenance, Human Rights and other operational policies and procedures.


• Comply with physical site licensing standards and regulations.


• Store, administer, document and dispose of PS medication consistent with Medication Administration Program (MAP) requirements, funding source regulations and company policy, ifapplicable. Teach PS medication management.


• Create opportunities for PS to participate in the smooth operation of the residence, including participating in meal preparation, physical site maintenance, etc.


• Encourage social interaction between residents and help create a collaborative environment where PS, family, friends, and others important in the lives of PS are welcome, respected and valued. Serve as a resource for neighbors.


• Help PS prepare meals.


• Participate in trainings; attend supervision and staff meetings as requested.


• Assist with the orientation of new staff.


• Complete all required documentation.


• Contribute to program’s quality improvement goals and objectives.


• Help PS use crisis intervention techniques when necessary. Access on-call back up when needed.


• Complete incident documentation as needed.


• Perform physical site maintenance activities following maintenance schedule.


• Perform other related duties, as assigned.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Strong commitment to the right and ability of PS to live, work, have meaningful relationships and receive the resources and supports needed in their community of choice


• Skills and competence to establish supportive trusting relationships with PS, families and neighbors


• Sensitivity to cultural, religious, ethnic, disability and gender issues


• Ability to balance competing priorities


• Ability to make independent judgments and decisions


• Ability to work in a professional and confidential capacity


• Knowledge of personal computer applications and equipment

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 3,500 dedicated employees are experienced, highly-trained professionals who provide a full range of supportive living, health, educational, and clinical services in over 550 sites throughout Massachusetts and Connecticut. For more information about Vinfen, please visitwww.vinfen.org/careers.

Our comprehensive and generous benefits package includes (for eligible employees):

• A fully funded 401(a), employer-sponsored retirement plan that requires no employee contribution as well as an employee-funded 403(b) plan


• First-rate Medical, Dental and Vision plans that are open all employees scheduled to work 30 hours per week or more. Plus, we offer a generous employer contribution toward the cost of medical insurance!


• Employer-paid Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment and Long-Term Disability Insurance (no cost to you!)


• Employer-paid Short-Term Disability Insurance for employees who qualify


• Flexible Spending Reimbursement Accounts (Health and Dependent care)


• Voluntary Term Life, Whole Life, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance


• Generous paid time off (Employees scheduled to work 20 hours or more per week).

My Job. My Community. My Vinfen.

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.

Qualifications

Typical Requirements:

• A high school diploma or equivalent is required. Associate’s degree in a human service discipline preferred.


• Prior experience working in a human services setting strongly preferred.


• Bilingual/bicultural applicants and applicants with lived experience of psychiatric conditions are encouraged to apply.

Driving Requirements:Driving is a requirement for this position using either a Vinfen van or personal vehicle. If using a personal vehicle, you must possess and maintain adequate insurance as well as maintain a safe driving record which is subject to annual checks. A valid driver's license must be presented at the time of employment. Incumbents must be at least 21 years of age, have maintained a valid US driver's license for at least six months, and must be able to pass a driver's screening background check.

Physical Effort:Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, climb as this is a very physically active position.Must be able to lift at least 25 pounds using proper lifting techniques or the use of a two-person lift.Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment such as a calculator, copier, and printer.Ability to sit, reach, climb stairs, and maneuver through narrow spaces or hallways.

Ability to assist PS with tasks of daily living.

Ability to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time as needed.

Ability to bend, reach, file, sit, stand, and move around the facility.

Ability to speak, hear, and communicate with PS, staff, and external representatives.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Additional Certifications Required:

• CPR required within two weeks of hire


• First Aid required within two weeks of hire


• MAP required within 150 days of hire

Pay Range

USD $20.50 - USD $20.50 /Hr.