Residential Counselor

Charles River Center•Bogueloosa, AL

15d•$21 - $21•Onsite

About The Position

The Residential Counselor develops and implements Individual Support Plans (ISPs) and provides direct care, training, supervision, and support to residents in a group home. The role supports residents with personal care, daily living, health needs, social and communication skills, household management, travel training, financial management, and community participation. Counselors implement behavior plans, medical protocols, and interventions, and use Positive Behavioral Supports to promote resident well-being while maintaining residents’ dignity and rights. The position also includes transporting residents to activities and medical appointments, assisting residents with housing rules, advocating for human rights, completing documentation, maintaining financial records, and leading weekly house meetings. Employees must complete required training and obtain state certification in medication administration within the specified timeframes. Awake Overnight Counselors additionally provide personal care and health monitoring while remaining awake, perform assigned housekeeping, and may provide emergency coverage.

Requirements

GED or equivalent.
Valid driver’s license.
Fluency in English.
Strong oral and written communication skills, including the ability to read, interpret, and write reports and safety guidelines.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
Ability to follow detailed written and oral instructions and use problem-solving skills in daily responsibilities.
Ability to perform essential duties with reasonable accommodation.
Consent to a Criminal History Background Check (CORI) and release of information from agencies such as DPPC and DDS.
Complete First Aid/CPR within the first month of employment.
Complete the DDS Medication Administration Certificate and Safety Care/Legal Certificate within the first six months.
Complete DPPC, Fire Safety, Human Rights, and Universal Precautions certification upon hire.
Complete New Hire Orientation, including the CORE Curriculum, within the first three months.
Meet the physical demands of the role, including assistance with lifting, transfers, and emergency restraint; lift and maneuver up to 100 lbs with assistance when possible, lift up to 30 lbs from floor to waist, and lift 10–15 lbs from waist to overhead.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities.
Knowledge of Positive Behavioral Supports.

Responsibilities

Provide direct care and supervision for residents’ medical, dental, personal care, social, and communication needs.
Assist residents with meal preparation, household management, travel training, financial management, and religious practice if desired.
Develop, implement, review, and track progress on Individual Support Plans (ISPs).
Implement behavior plans, medical protocols, and interventions, using Positive Behavioral Supports.
Assist residents in following housing rules established by residents, landlords, or Housing Authorities in accordance with applicable regulations.
Transport residents to activities and medical appointments.
Maintain resident dignity and rights, and assist with advocacy and human rights training.
Complete required documentation and reporting in a timely manner according to agency policies.
Lead weekly house meetings covering recreation, meal planning, house rules, general concerns, and resident successes.
Maintain financial records for residents and program funds in accordance with regulatory requirements and agency policies.
Obtain and maintain state certification in medication administration within the first six months.
Follow DDS and CRC regulations concerning behavior management, emergency interventions, and work policy.
For Awake Overnight Counselors: provide personal care and health monitoring while remaining awake and alert, perform assigned housekeeping, and provide emergency coverage when necessary.