Role OverviewAs 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. 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.
What You Will Do
You will administer medication under the Medication Administration Plan (MAP), implement treatment plans, and assist people with activities of daily living, such as household chores and cooking. You will also strengthen residents' connection to their community by providing transportation on outings such as shopping and doctor's appointments.
Why It Might Be a Fit
We are committed to you! We offer great training, great benefits, career growth and job security. You will have the opportunity to work with a dedicated team of professionals who provide a full range of supportive living, health, educational, and clinical services.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- Experience working with people with developmental disabilities and/or brain injury
- Strong time management and writing skills
- 21 years of age or older
- Current, valid, US drivers' license for at least one year
- CPR, First Aid certification within 2 weeks of employment
- MAP certification within 90 days of employment
- Pass a CORI, reference, national fingerprinting and driving record check
Benefits
- Fully funded, employer-sponsored retirement plan
- Competitive Medical, Dental and Vision plans
- Employer-paid Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Generous Vacation, Holiday, Personal and Sick Time Benefits
- Flexible Spending Reimbursement Accounts (Health and Dependent care)
- Educational Assistance and Remission Programs
- $500 Employee Referral Bonus with no annual cap!
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