Per Diem Residential Counselor: Empower Independence

Overview As a Per Diem Residential Counselor, you will provide direct support to people with Brain Injury or behavioral conditions in either a small group home or an individual living arrangements. 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. Responsibilities Administrating medication under the Medication Administration Program (MAP). Implementing treatment plans. Assisting residents with activities of daily living, such as household chores and cooking. Strengthening residents' connection to their community by providing transportation on outings such as shopping and doctor's appointments. About Vinfen 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. First‑rate Medical, Dental and Vision plans that are open to all employees scheduled to work 30 hours per week or more. Plus, we offer a generous employer contribution toward the cost of medical insurance. Employer‑paid Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment and Long‑Term Disability Insurance (no cost to you!). Employer‑paid Short‑Term Disability Insurance along with the option to purchase additional, voluntary, Short‑Term disability insurance. Flexible Spending Reimbursement Accounts (Health and Dependent care). Voluntary Term, Whole Life, Accident and Critical Care Insurance. Generous paid time off (Employees scheduled to work 20 hours or more per week): 15 days of Vacation per year 11 Paid Holidays 10 Sick Days per year 3 Personal Days per year Educational Assistance and Remission Programs. $500 Employee Referral Bonus with no annual cap! Other generous benefits including discounted YMCA memberships, access to discounted movie tickets 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 3,500 dedicated employees are experienced, highly‑trained professionals who provide a full range of supportive living, health, educational, and clinical services in over 550 sites throughout Massachusetts and Connecticut. For more information about Vinfen, please visit 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. A bachelor's degree in a Human Services related field is preferred. Experience working with people with developmental disabilities and/or acquired brain injury strongly preferred. Strong time management and writing skills. Must be at least 21 years of age. Must have a current, valid, US drivers' license for at least 6 months and access to a reliable, fully insured vehicle. Must be able to become CPR, First Aid certified within 2 weeks of employment, Safety Care certified within 90 days of employment and MAP certified within 150 days of employment. Certification trainings are offered through Vinfen upon hire. Must be able to successfully pass a CORI, reference, national fingerprinting and driving record check. Pay Range USD $17.25 - $20.75 per hour. #J-18808-Ljbffr