Residential Counselor I - Boston/Dorchester Area

Bay Cove Human Services, Inc. • Boston, MA

152d

About The Position

Your position as a Residential Support staff will be providing direct care services to adults with developmental disabilities in a manner that promotes the development of independent and community living skills and improved quality of life.

Requirements

• Reading and writing in English is a requirement.
• Six months of full-time paid or volunteer experience or one-year part-time experience in human services, or enrolled in an undergraduate or higher degree program in a human services field.
• GED or High School Diploma or 1-2 years relevant experience.
• CPR & First Aid (SFA) certification is required; must become certified within 60 days of date of hire to retain employment.
• Department of Public Health certification in medication administration is required; employees lacking Medication Certification upon hire must become MAP certified within 6-months of date of hire to retain employment.
• Certified in Safety Care is required at some programs; certification must become certified within 90 days of date of hire to retain employment.
• Required to walk up and down stairs, provide emergency physical intervention as needed.
• Possess a valid driver’s license, a clean driving record and one year driving experience.

Responsibilities

• Follows program model including clinical, programmatic and quality protocols.
• Exercises strong clinical judgement in observing, supporting, resourcing and communicating.
• Teaches and reinforces activities of daily living such as medication management, hygiene, cleaning, personal property management, relationship development, budgeting, and safety.
• Implements and develops program activities to reinforce and develop skills which may include using the teachable moment.
• Follows and implements all program safety procedures including crisis assessment, prevention and needed intervention.
• Accompanies individuals to medical, dental and psychiatric appointments or leisure activities via public transportation or agency vehicle.
• Maintains programmatic documentation.
• Performs household and property maintenance tasks toward the general upkeep of the residence.
• Provides specialized training and instruction to individuals and coworkers on an assigned basis.
• Performs other duties and projects as assigned by supervising personnel.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees