Residential Counselor
About The Position
Provide rehabilitative support to adults in Group Living Environments (GLE), fostering skills for daily living and community integration. Key responsibilities include: MAP (Medication Administration Program) certification is required for this position. Candidates without current certification must be willing to complete employer-provided training and successfully obtain certification within 3 months. Teach ADLs (cooking, budgeting, medication management) and socialization skills. Implement Treatment Plans and behavioral interventions under clinician guidance. Administer/supervise medications by MAP guidelines and document care. Transport residents to appointments and community activities. Advocate for residents’ needs and model healthy coping strategies. Maintain a safe, clean home environment and complete timely documentation.
Requirements
- High school diploma/GED; direct care experience preferred.
- Valid driver’s license and ability to assist with mobility (bending, standing, etc.).
- Strong communication skills.
- Compassion, patience, and commitment to trauma-informed care.
- MAP (Medication Administration Program) certification is required for this position. Candidates without current certification must be willing to complete employer-provided training and successfully obtain certification within 3 months.
Nice To Haves
- Lived experience or multilingual abilities (e.g., Spanish, Portuguese).
Responsibilities
- Teach ADLs (cooking, budgeting, medication management) and socialization skills.
- Implement Treatment Plans and behavioral interventions under clinician guidance.
- Administer/supervise medications by MAP guidelines and document care.
- Transport residents to appointments and community activities.
- Advocate for residents’ needs and model healthy coping strategies.
- Maintain a safe, clean home environment and complete timely documentation.
Benefits
- Time Off - 4 weeks combined vacation, personal and cultural holiday
- 12 paid holidays
- 2 weeks Sick Time
- Highly Specialized Paid Trainings including opportunity to earn CEUs
- HSA and Competitive Benefit Package
- 403B plan with discretionary match
- Wellness Activities
- Employee Assistance Program
- Career Development Opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
