Residential Counselor

Job Description

Schedule : Sun 9am-5pm, Mon 12pm-8pm, Tue 12pm-8pm, Wed 12pm-8pm, Thu 12pm-8pm

Salary : $19.50 / hour

A Residential Counselor II provides direct support to people with behavioral conditions as well as intellectual and developmental disabilities in a small group residential setting or an individual living arrangement. He or she works 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 :

• Administer medication under the Medication Administration Plan (MAC).
• Implement treatment plans.
• Assist people with activities of daily living, such as household chores and cooking.
• Strengthen residents' connection to their community by providing transportation on outings such as shopping and doctor's appointments.

Why Vinfen?

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

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.

Requirements :

Location : Manchester, Connecticut

Hours per week : 40

Pay Rate : $19.50 / hour

Driving Requirements : Drivers License check and vehicle access required.

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