Residential Counselor (Developmental Disabilities)

Vinfen; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 23,582 - 33,587; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

15 days of Vacation

Education Assistance and Tuition Remission

Job summary

A leading nonprofit health and human services organization in Wilmington is seeking a Residential Counselor to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This role involves providing direct care, administering medications, and assisting with daily activities. Applicants need a high school diploma and related experience is preferred. The position is part-time with competitive pay and excellent benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience working with people with developmental disabilities and/or brain injury strongly preferred.
• All applicants must be at least 21 years of age and have a current, valid, US drivers' license for at least 6 months.
• Must be able to become CPR, First Aid certified within 2 weeks of employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Administer medication and implement treatment plans.
• Assist with activities of daily living, including cooking and household chores.

Skills

Experience with developmental disabilities

Time management

Writing skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

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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.

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About Vinfen

Why Vinfen?

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

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance for employees working 30 hours or more
• 15 days of Vacation, 12 Paid Holidays, 10 Sick Days and 3 Personal Days per year (for employees scheduled for 20 hours or more)
• Education Assistance and Tuition Remission Programs as well as innovative Student Loan Payment Programs. Employment with Vinfen counts toward your Public Student Loan Forgiveness eligibility
• Professional Development programs including year-round online training courses and opportunities to earn CEUs
• Retirement savings programs, including a fully funded, employer sponsored retirement plan and an employee funded 403 (b) plan
• Company paid Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Voluntary Term, Whole Life, Accident and Critical Care Insurance
• Flexible Spending Reimbursement Accounts (Health and Dependent care)
• $500 -- $1,000+ Employee Referral Bonuses with no annual cap!
• Other generous benefits including discounted memberships, access to wellness programs and more!
  
  

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

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.

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 current, valid, US drivers' license for at least 6 months.
• Must be able to become CPR, First Aid certified within 2 weeks of employment and MAP certified within 150 days of employment.
• Must successfully complete Safety Care within 90 days
• Must be able to successfully pass a CORI, reference, national fingerprinting and driving record check.
  
  

Pay Range

USD $20.75 - USD $20.75 /Hr.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

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  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Mental Health Care

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