Residential Counselor

Vinfen•East Hartford, CT

1d•$20

About The Position

A Residential Counselor II provides direct support to people with behavioral conditions as well as intellectual and developmental disabilities in a small group residential setting or an individual living arrangement. He or she works 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 (MAC), implementing treatment plans, and assisting people with activities of daily living, such as household chores and cooking. He or she also strengthen residents' connection to their community by providing transportation on outings such as shopping and doctor's appointments.

Requirements

A high school diploma or equivalent is required; Bachelor's degree in human services or related preferred.
One to three years' job-specific experience in human services field
A valid driver's license must be presented at the time of employment. Incumbents must be at least 21 years of age, have maintained a valid US driver's license for at least 6 months.
Must have access to an insured, reliable personal vehicle.
CPR required within two weeks of hire
First Aid required within two weeks of hire
Safety Care required within 60 days of hire
Must be able to successfully pass a CORI, SORI, reference, employment verification, multi-state background and driving record check.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in human services or related

Responsibilities

administrating medication under the Medication Administration Plan (MAC)
implementing treatment plans
assisting people with activities of daily living, such as household chores and cooking
providing transportation on outings such as shopping and doctor's appointments

Benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance for employees working 30 hours or more
15 days of Vacation, 12 Paid Holidays, 10 Sick Days and 3 Personal Days per year (for employees scheduled for 20 hours or more)
Education Assistance and Tuition Remission Programs as well as innovative Student Loan Payment Programs. Employment with Vinfen counts toward your Public Student Loan Forgiveness eligibility
Professional Development programs including year-round online training courses and opportunities to earn CEUs
Retirement savings programs, including a fully funded, employer sponsored retirement plan and an employee funded 403 (b) plan
Company paid Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Voluntary Term, Whole Life, Accident and Critical Care Insurance
Flexible Spending Reimbursement Accounts (Health and Dependent care)
$500 -- $1,000+ Employee Referral Bonuses with no annual cap!
Other generous benefits including discounted memberships, access to wellness programs and more!