Sub - Residential Counselor Floater

Howard Center; Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program

Employee referral program

Champlain College truED courses

401(k) retirement plan

Wellness program

Job summary

Howard Center in Burlington, Vermont, seeks a Residential Counselor Adult for the SUCCEED & Avenue 7 program. You will provide direct service to individuals with intellectual disabilities in community, residential, work, and school settings, supporting independence and self-determination.

The SUCCEED Program helps young adults who are pursuing post‑secondary education. Avenue 7 offers transitional housing for 18–28 year‑olds with ID or autism, with housing vouchers and support to gain living

Qualifications

• Experience in human services or combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skill has been acquired.
• High School Degree or equivalent
• Use of a personal vehicle and an acceptable driving record

Responsibilities

• Initiate constructive activities that address goals on a client's Individual Support Agreement (treatment plan)
• Facilitate community inclusion, daily living, and skill acquisition
• Utilization of sound judgement and maintenance of calm demeanor during crisis
• Provide needed behavioral and/or mental health support
• Provide needed personal and/or medical care

Skills

Experience in human services

Education

High School Degree

Job description

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Residential Counselor Adult - SUCCEED & Avenue 7:

Provide direct service to individuals with intellectual disabilities, within the community, residential/home setting, work, and/or school.

The SUCCEED Program supports young adults who are working towards or are enrolled in post-secondary education. Client needs range in physical location, intensity of supports provided, as well as number of weekly hours, and schedule. This direct service role exhibits commitment to the philosophy of community inclusion, self-determination, and individualized growth.

Avenue 7 offers transitional housing for 18-28 year-olds with an intellectual disability or autism, and who receive home and community-based services. The supportive residential community helps individuals gain the skills they need to live independently. Staff are available through the day to support skill building. The program is a partnership with the Burlington Housing Authority, and each person living at Avenue 7 leases their individual residence with the support of a Section 8 housing voucher.

Responsibilities:

• Initiate constructive activities that address goals on a client's Individual Support Agreement (treatment plan)
• Facilitate community inclusion, daily living, and skill acquisition
• Utilization of sound judgement and maintenance of calm demeanor during crisis
• Provide needed behavioral and/or mental health support
• Provide needed personal and/or medical care

Requirements:

• Experience in human services or combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skill has been acquired
• High School Degree or equivalent
• Use of a personal vehicle and an acceptable driving record

Structure:

• Sub
• Travel within Chittenden County
• Non-exempt
• Starting at $21.56 an hour
• We offer a competitive salary commensurate to experience
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee referral program with financial payment
• Discounted online undergraduate/graduate courses through Champlain College truED
• Retirement through 401(k)
• Award-winning workplace wellness program including physical fitness groups for staff, financial wellness incentives, and ongoing workplace wellness advocacy and education
• Voluntary benefits from local/international businesses: discounted gym memberships, mobile phone service, ski/snowboard passes, auto/home insurance, and more!
• Employee referral bonus is subject to Howard Center policy.

Our Values: Clients are at the heart of our decision making. We are committed to individual and collective well-being and success. We are responsible stewards of the resources entrusted to us. We are steadfast in our practice and pursuit of excellence.

Howard Center is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. The agency's culture and service delivery is strengthened by the diversity of its workforce. Minorities, people of color, LGBTQIA and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. EOE/TTY. Visit "About Us" to review Howard Center's EOE policy.

Behaviors

Preferred

• Team Player : Works well as a member of a group
• Innovative : Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking
• Enthusiastic : Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
• Dedicated : Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations

Preferred

• Growth Opportunities : Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility
• Ability to Make an Impact : Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

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