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Vinfen
1,001 – 5,000 Employees
HealthcareNon-profitSocial Impact
Vinfen is a nonprofit health and human services organization that has supported people and communities since 1977. Its community-based programs serve people living with mental health conditions, intellectual and developmental disabilities, brain injuries, autism, and other behavioral health challenges. Across more than 500 locations in Massachusetts and Connecticut, Vinfen delivers recovery and habilitation services, supported living, education and employment support, clinical and peer services, and crisis response. The organization serves approximately 14,000 people each year and brings together healthcare, social impact, and human services teams focused on advocacy, resilience, and self-determination. Its broader community work includes partnerships, volunteering, events, and fundraising.
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Residential Counselor, Developmental Disabilities

Support people with developmental disabilities in Vinfen residential programs across Massachusetts. Help build independence, coordinate daily support, and strengthen community connections.

USUnited StatesMAMassachusetts
$21 / hour
On-sitePart-timeSeniorLeadEnglish RequiredCounselor

Description

  • Provide one-to-one and group support to residents in a residential program.
  • Teach skills that build independence, self-advocacy, and quality of life.
  • Keep the residence safe, secure, clean, and well maintained.
  • Help residents connect with their communities, build friendships, engage with family, and access local resources.
  • Organize recreational and social activities that encourage inclusion and emotional well-being.
  • Promote residents’ choices and decision-making, and support self-advocacy, employment, volunteering, and community participation.
  • Train and assist residents with behavioral and rehabilitative interventions, safety practices, appointments, money management, daily living skills, shopping, meal planning, cooking, and household tasks.
  • Help residents access assistive technology and adaptive equipment.
  • Provide transportation when needed.
  • Observe residents’ physical and emotional well-being and report changes to a supervisor.
  • Track residents’ funds and maintain records, including progress notes, behavioral and academic data, incident reports, communication logs, activity schedules, and community membership logs.
  • Obtain, store, administer, document, and dispose of medications in line with MAP requirements and applicable regulations.
  • Coordinate with nurses, case managers, the Visiting Nurses Association, families, and other relevant parties.
  • Attend required training and staff meetings.
  • Follow internal and external regulatory policies and standards.
  • Handle housekeeping, snow removal, trash disposal, and other home maintenance.
  • Cover shifts at other homes or programs when assigned.
  • Advocate for residents’ human rights and provide physical intervention or first aid in emergencies.
  • Help develop, carry out, and document ISP/PSTPs and clinical programs.
  • Complete other related duties as needed.

Requirements

  • Related experience or training of at least one year is preferred.
  • High school diploma or equivalent is required.
  • A valid driver’s license is required upon hire.
  • Must be at least 21 years old.
  • Must have held a valid U.S. driver’s license for at least six months.
  • When using a personal vehicle, must have adequate insurance and a safe driving record.
  • Must pass a driver background screening.
  • CPR certification must be obtained within two weeks of hire.
  • First Aid certification must be obtained within two weeks of hire.
  • MAP certification must be obtained within 150 days of hire.
  • PBS Tier 1 training must be completed within 150 days of hire.
  • Safety Care training must be completed within 90 days of hire.
  • Must be able to stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, climb, lift at least 25 pounds, and assist with daily living activities.
  • Must be able to use a computer, calculator, copier, and printer.
  • Must communicate effectively in speech and writing.
  • Must understand advocacy, empowerment, self-advocacy, participatory planning, crisis intervention, household management, and personal care skills.
  • Must work both independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team.
  • Must work professionally and maintain confidentiality.
  • Must be sensitive to cultural, religious, racial, disability, and gender considerations.

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