Per Diem Residential Counselor (Mental Health Services)

Vinfen • Haverhill, MA

3d • $20 - $22 • Hybrid

About The Position

As a Per Diem ACCS Residential Counselor, you will provide direct support to people with psychiatric conditions and behavioral health challenges in a small group residential setting or an individual living arrangement. 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.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required
• Prior Human Services experience
• 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 one year and access to a reliable, fully insured vehicle (unless position is based in the Metro Boston Area)
• Must be able to become CPR, First Aid certified within 2 weeks of employment and MAP certified within 150 days of employment
• Must be able to successfully pass a CORI, reference, multi-state background and driving record check

Nice To Haves

• A bachelor's degree in a Human Services related field is preferred

Responsibilities

• Administering medication under the Medication Administration Program (MAP)
• Implementing treatment plans
• Assisting people 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

Benefits

• Flexibility to work around YOUR availability with the ability to pick up from just a few hours to over 40 hours per week
• Ability to work 1st, 2nd and overnight shifts
• Both individual shifts and long term assignments available
• Paid certification training including CPR, First Aid and MAP
• Ability to participate Vinfen's employee referral program which awards $500 - $2,000 bonuses for successful referrals with no annual cap
• Earn up to 5 days of paid sick time in a calendar year
• Eligibility to participate in Springfield College grant program for continued education
• Discounted YMCA memberships and access to wellness programs
• Other generous benefits and perks

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED