Lead Residential Counselor (Developmental Services)

Vinfen; Methuen (MA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Vinfen is seeking a Lead Residential Counselor to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The role involves collaborating with clients, families, and support staff to enhance independence and quality of life. Comprehensive training, benefits, and opportunities for career advancement are provided.

Benefits

Employer-sponsored retirement plan

Medical, Dental, and Vision plans

Employer-paid Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Educational Assistance

15 vacation days per year

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of related experience or training is desired.
• Knowledge and ability to implement PBS treatment programs.
• Ability to promote family partnerships.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Administer medication according to the Medication Administration Plan.
• Facilitate community engagement through transportation for outings.

Skills

Advocacy techniques

Empowerment techniques

Social inclusion

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Job description

Schedule: Sun, 9am - 11pm; Mon, 2pm - 11pm; Tue, 3pm - 11pm; Wed, 2pm - 11pm

Salary: $25.25/hr

As a Lead Residential Counselor, you will provide direct support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in small group residential or individual living settings. You will collaborate with the individuals served, their families, friends, employers, and support staff to enhance their independence and quality of life.

Your duties include administering medication according to the Medication Administration Plan (MAP), implementing treatment plans, assisting with daily activities such as household chores and cooking, and facilitating community engagement through transportation for outings like shopping and medical appointments.

Why Vinfen? We are committed to your growth! We offer comprehensive training, excellent benefits, career advancement opportunities, and job security.

Our benefits include:

• A fully funded, employer-sponsored retirement plan with no employee contribution, plus an employee-funded 403(b) plan.
• First-rate Medical, Dental, and Vision plans, available to employees working 30+ hours/week, with significant employer contributions.
• Employer-paid Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, and Long-Term Disability Insurance.
• Employer-paid Short-Term Disability Insurance, with options for voluntary additional coverage.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for health and dependent care.
• Voluntary insurance options: Term, Whole Life, Accident, and Critical Care.
• Paid time off: 15 vacation days, 11 paid holidays, 10 sick days, and 3 personal days annually for employees working 20+ hours/week.

Additional benefits include Educational Assistance, Tuition Remission, a $500 Employee Referral Bonus (uncapped), YMCA memberships, discounted movie tickets, and more.

About Us

Founded in 1977, Vinfen is a nonprofit organization providing community-based services to individuals with mental health conditions, disabilities, brain injuries, and behavioral health challenges. We promote recovery, resiliency, habilitation, and self-determination. Our 3,200 dedicated staff deliver comprehensive services across Massachusetts and Connecticut. Visit www.vinfen.org/careers for more information.

My Job. My Community. My Vinfen.

Vinfen is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, or disability.

Keywords: Group Home, Residential Counselor, DSP, human services, developmental disabilities, PCA, Caregiver, advocacy, VinfenRC

Qualifications

A high school diploma or equivalent is required; a Bachelor's degree is preferred. 1-2 years of related experience or training is desired.

• Knowledge and use of advocacy techniques
• Knowledge of empowerment and self-advocacy techniques
• Ability to promote family partnerships
• Ability to promote social inclusion supporting individual choices
• Ability to implement PBS treatment programs