Residential Counselor
About The Position
As a Residential Counselor, you will provide direct support to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities 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. Residential Counselors have a range of duties include administrating medication under the Medication Administration Plan (MED), implementing treatment plans, and assisting people with activities of daily living, such as household chores and cooking. You also strengthen residents' connection to their community by providing transportation on outings such as shopping and doctor's appointments.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Strong time management and writing skills.
- At least 21 years of age.
- A current, valid, US driver's license for at least 6 months.
- Ability to become CPR and First Aid certified within 2 weeks of employment.
- Ability to become MED certified within 150 days of employment.
- Ability to successfully pass a CORI, reference, multi-state background and driving record check.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree in a Human Services related field.
- Experience working with people with developmental disabilities and/or acquired brain injury.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct support to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a small group residential setting or an individual living arrangement.
- Work with the people served, 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.
- Administer medication under the Medication Administration Plan (MED).
- Implement treatment plans.
- Assist people with activities of daily living, such as household chores and cooking.
- Provide transportation on outings such as shopping and doctor's appointments to strengthen residents' connection to their community.
Benefits
- Great training
- Great benefits
- Career growth
- Job security
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
