Residential Counselor I | Developmental Disability Services

Gandara Center•Springfield, MA

23h•$21•Onsite

About The Position

We're looking for Full-Time, Part-time and Relief Staff Residential Counselor 1 to work with our DDS Program [Developmental Disability Services] team model, establishing open communication, support, and accountability among workers and consumers. They are accountable to the DDS Program Manager, who is responsible for providing supervision and training. The Residential Counselor 1 is one who actively promotes the philosophy of the DDS Program, and maintains a high level of commitment to the program. This individual will respect the dignity of each individual through vigorous promotion of the human and civil rights which, in part, strives to keep people free from abuse or neglect and recognize that ethnic and cultural diversity of each individual must be valued and respected.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Must have valid driver’s license and safe driving history.
Must have availability of an automobile to transport individuals or perform other supportive services as necessary.

Nice To Haves

Associates degree or bachelor’s degree in human service field preferred.
At least one year of experience working with psychiatric clients preferred.
Prefer bilingual (English/Spanish).

Responsibilities

To attend scheduled clinical and staff meetings and actively participate to determine treatment plans, re-evaluate case needs and goals, and develop skills.
To maintain client records in accordance with standard format and timetables.
To attend scheduled supervisory meetings with Program Manager.
To maintain progress notes on each consumer for the shift which staff worked.
To represent the dignity of each individual through vigorous promotion of the human and civil rights, which, in part, strives to keep people free from abuse and/or neglect.
To assist members daily in the enhancement of their ADL (activities of daily living) skills through practical experience and training both individually and in groups.
To promote the rights of people with developmental/intellectual disabilities to exercise choice and to make meaningful decisions in their lives.
To provide appropriate, safe responses to emergency situations when necessary.
To provide case management, outreach and advocacy to members, and be accountable for the quality and quantity of casework.
To develop strong, supportive relationships with the individuals.
To provide for individual care and safety, and observe all safety measures.