Role OverviewJoin Western Tidewater Community Service Board's team as a Qualified Intellectual Disability Professional (Residential Counselor I) to provide care and support to individuals with intellectual disabilities. The role involves assisting with consumer service plans, providing training and reinforcement, and advocating on behalf of consumers.
What You Will Do
Assist consumers in gaining access to medical, psychiatric, social, educational, and vocational supports and services, assist with daily living activities, and participate in an interdisciplinary team.
Why It Might Be a Fit
The ideal candidate will have a minimum of one year of experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, be a Qualified Intellectual Disability Professional, and possess a Bachelor's degree in human services. The role offers a competitive salary, health insurance, and a retirement plan, as well as opportunities for professional growth and development.
Requirements
- Minimum of one year of experience working with individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (ID/DD)
- Valid Driver's License with acceptable DMV record at the time of hire
- Bachelor's degree in human services (Psychology, Social Work, Sociology, or other related Human Services areas of study)
- Must be a Qualified Intellectual Disability Professional
Benefits
- Health Insurance/Life Insurance
- Virginia Retirement System plan
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Vacation/Sick leave/Holiday pay
- Legal Resources
- VA529-Tuition Savings
- Critical & Accidental Insurance
- Tuition discount-South University
- Aflac
- Working Advantage – shopping discount
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