Residential Counselor Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• MAP certification is required; BAMSI provides MAP classes, and certification must be obtained within three months.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to assist with mobility, including bending and standing.
• Strong English communication skills.
• Basic computer proficiency.
• Compassion, patience, and commitment to trauma-informed care.

Nice To Haves

• Mental health experience.
• Lived experience.
• Multilingual abilities, such as Spanish or Portuguese.

Responsibilities

• Provide rehabilitative support to adults in Group Living Environments, fostering daily living skills and community integration.
• Teach activities of daily living, including cooking, budgeting, and medication management, as well as socialization skills.
• Implement treatment plans and behavioral interventions under clinician guidance.
• Administer or supervise medications according to 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 documentation in a timely manner.

Benefits

• Four weeks combined vacation, personal, and cultural holiday time.
• Twelve paid holidays.
• Two weeks of sick time.
• Specialized paid trainings, including opportunities to earn CEUs.
• HSA and competitive benefits package.
• 403(b) plan with discretionary match.
• Wellness activities.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Career development opportunities.