Residential Counselor (Developmental Disabilities)

Vinfen; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 1,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nonprofit organization is seeking a Residential Counselor to support individuals with developmental disabilities in a community-based setting. This role involves implementing treatment plans, providing daily living assistance, and building community connections for the clients. Join Vinfen for a rewarding career with excellent training, growth opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Fully funded retirement plan

Competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans

Employer-paid Life Insurance

Generous Vacation and Sick Time Benefits

Educational Assistance Programs

Qualifications

• Experience in social services or counseling preferred.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a team and provide individual support.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support to individuals with disabilities.
• Implement treatment plans and assist with daily living activities.
• Administer medication as per protocol.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or related field

Job description

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Schedule: Mon 2pm -9pm, Tue 2pm-9pm,Wed 2pm-9pm, Sat 12pm-10pm

Salary: $20.75 / hour

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.

Residential Counselors have a range of duties include administrating medication under the Medication Administration Plan (MAP), implementing treatment plans, and assisting 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.

Why Vinfen? We are committed to you! We offer great training, great benefits, career growth and job security!

Our Comprehensive And Generous Benefits Package Includes

• A fully funded, employer-sponsored retirement plan that requires no employee contribution as well as an employee-funded 403(b) plan
• Competitive Medical, Dental and Vision plans
• Employer-paid Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Generous Vacation, Holiday, Personal and Sick Time Benefits
• Flexible Spending Reimbursement Accounts (Health and Dependent care)
• Educational Assistance and Remission Programs
• $500 Employee Referral Bonus with no annual cap!
• Other generous benefits and perks!
  
  

About Us

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

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

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Job function

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  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Mental Health Care

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