Residential Counselor

1 month ago

Brockton, United States Brockton Area Multi-Servi Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

34 hours

Schedule: Sun: 1p-11p; Mon/Wed/Thurs: 3p-11p


Essential employees doing exceptional work.

BAMSI is now hiring Residential Counselors for programs throughout Massachusetts. This is the perfect job for people interested in medical professions. No college degree required, full and part time positions available, competitive pay, great benefits, job security & rewarding work.

Male gender is a Bona Fide Occupational Qualification for this location and schedule and only male candidates will be interviewed. Please see BAMSI.org jobs page for additional openings without this requirement.

Join BAMSI, where employees turn houses into homes. We are looking to expand our family, a team of dedicated human service and healthcare professionals who support individuals with developmental disabilities, intellectual disabilities, acquired brain injuries, and medical complexities in their homes. Residential Counselors will work with nurses in a small home environment, providing individuals with medical care and assisting with activities of daily living. Residential Counselors create a caring, safe, and socially stimulating home environment for individuals served.

Benefits:

  • Tuition assistance and paid CEUs
  • Career advancement
  • Immediate access to your pay
  • Generous paid time off
    • start at up to 4 weeks combined vacation, personal and cultural holiday
  • 2 weeks sick time
  • Health/dental insurance, and more.

*Available benefits are based on position and scheduled hours.

*This position is union represented by a bargaining unit of the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees. (AFSME).


General Statement of Duties:

To assist adults with Mental Illness living in supervised community based residential settings (CBFS) in order to ensure their safety and well-being in a manner that promotes growth, independence and dignity.


RESPONSIBILITIES:


1. Support individuals in the completion of Activities of Daily Living (ADL) tasks, which include but are not limited to: cooking, cleaning, general maintenance, shopping and money management.

2. Teach socialization skills and activities of daily living including: household maintenance; self-care and hygiene; self-awareness and human development, menu planning, food shopping and preparation; money management skills/budgeting; transportation and community orientation; consumer skills; and utilization of community resources.

3. Assist in the development and implementation of Program Specific Treatment Plans (PSTP’s) including implementation of behavioral objectives/plans.

4. Participate in ISP meetings, quarterly reviews and other meetings as required by supervisor.

5. Follow the Department of Public Health’s (DPH) Medication Administration Program (MAP) policies, which include, but are not limited to: training requirements, medication administration, medication security, and corresponding documentation.

6. Record and appropriately utilize necessa ry data, daily progress notes, staff log and complete all other PSTP and program required documentation.

7. Transport individuals served to and from day programs, medical appointments and other activities as required. Maintains a valid driver’s license in primary state of residence and follows the requirements of BAMSI Safe Driver Policy PE-48-12.

8. Provide opportunities for leisure time activities and foster independence in the choice and participation of those activities.

9. Organize, develop and implement group and individual activities which serve to integrate the lives of consumers with members of their community.

10. Fulfill case management responsibilities as assigned by program manager, including those related to medical and legal concerns.

11. Ensure client safety and comply with program standards for staff coverage, including assistance to the Administrator-On-Call whenever possible.

12. Act as consumer advocate and role model.

13. Provide a supportive environment that includes opportunities for consumers to determine, to the fullest extent possible, personal for daily schedules and routines.

Communication, Documentation & Teamwork

14. Follow funder and agency protocol for reporting alleged abuse and/or neglect.

15. Record data by the conclusion of each shift. Documentation requirements include, but are not limited to: financial audits, medication records, ISP data, behavior data, and behavior tracking.

16. Facilitate and document fire drills as instructed by the Program Manager or designee, and the program’s Safety Plan.

17. Fulfill case management responsibilities as assigned by program manager, including those related to medical and legal concerns.

18. Ensure client safety and compliance with program standards for staff coverage, including assistance to the Administrator-On-Call whenever possible.

19. Maintain knowledge of ongoing program issues and developments as well as informing supervisor of program issues and concerns.

20. Communicate in a professional and respectful manner.

21. Work in other residential programs when needed. May work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

22. Assist with training employees new to the program.

23. Treat all individuals, employees, and visitors with respect and dignity.

24. Attend and participate in monthly staff meetings.

25. Follow funder regulations and adhere to all BAMSI policies.

26. Understand and utilize universal/standard precautions and instruction on how to stay safe in areas that constitute risk. 27. Complete all other duties as requested.


QUALIFICATIONS:


EDUCATION/CREDENTIALS

  • High school diploma or equivalency, Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred.
  • Male gender is a Bona Fide Occupational Qualification for this position and only male candidates will be interviewed.
  • A valid driver's license in state of residence and satisfactory driving record.
  • MAP certification required with 6 months of hire

EXPERIENCE:

  • Due to the behavioral nature of this program, previous experience managing behaviors and de-escalating is required.
  • Previous experience working with individuals with developmental and/or physical disabilities preferred. Mental Health Experience highly preferred.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

  • Ability to record data using a computer, enter time worked into an electronic system and receive and send email required.
  • Ability to comprehend materials related to medication administration, ISP’s, PBS and ADL programs.
  • Ability to speak and write English clearly and accurately in order to keep documentation up to date and understandable.
  • Ability to lift, transfer, push/pull, maneuver, and reposition up to 10 pounds
  • Ability to reach, bend, stand, sit and walk



Sun: 1p-11p; Mon/Wed/Thurs: 3p-11p

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