Residential Counselor & Life Skills Coach

Lifeworks, Inc.; Foxborough (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(B) matching

Staff Retention Bonus

Health Insurance (75% employer)

PTO 4.4 weeks

Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance

Flexible spending account

Job summary

Lifeworks, Inc. is seeking a Teacher/Counselor (Residential Counselor) in Foxboro, MA. This role involves working with adults with ID/DD in residential programs, providing direct care, health advocacy, and ISP-related support.

The position requires a related degree or equivalent experience and a valid driver’s license. MAP certification is preferred, and background checks are mandatory. We offer competitive pay and excellent benefits in a rewarding, mission-driven environment with a

Qualifications

• Experience working with individuals with ID/DD.
• Bachelor’s or associate degree in a related field with required experience, or HS diploma with five years of related human services work.
• Able to pass fingerprint, CORI, DPPC, and driving background checks.
• Valid driver’s license required; MAP certification preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Promote health through routine, preventive and emergency care and health education.
• Provide hands-on direct care including showering, toileting, hygiene support.
• Ensure safe residential environments and prevent harm.
• Develop, write and present annual ISPs and semi-annual assessments in consultation with staff and directors.
• Provide transportation to individuals as necessary and communicate with families, guardians and other stakeholders.
• Perform case management, maintain confidential files, document activities, and attend meetings.

Skills

ID/DD experience

Communication skills

Driving license

Education

Bachelor/Associate degree

HS diploma + 5 years

Job description

Lifeworks, Inc. is seeking a Teacher/Counselor (Residential Counselor) in Foxboro, MA. This role involves working with adults with ID/DD in residential programs, providing direct care, health advocacy, and ISP-related support.

The position requires a related degree or equivalent experience and a valid driver’s license. MAP certification is preferred, and background checks are mandatory. We offer competitive pay and excellent benefits in a rewarding, mission-driven environment with a