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
The essential job duties/responsibilities of the position include assisting individuals in the home in becoming fully integrated into their communities, developing and maintaining friendships, and planning recreational and social activities that promote social inclusion and the emotional well-being of individuals in support of living a good life.
Why It Might Be a Fit
You will empower and support individuals in the home to make choices, be a self-advocate, and be fully involved in making decisions in determining the directions of their supports and lives. You will also support individuals in securing, maintaining, and growing in work, volunteer, and other community engagement opportunities.
Requirements
- one or more years of experience and/or training in a related function
- high school diploma or equivalent
- valid driver's license
- ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, climb
- ability to lift at least 25 pounds
- ability to operate a computer and other office equipment
- CPR certification within two weeks of hire
- First Aid certification within two weeks of hire
- MAP certification within 150 days of hire
- PBS Tier 1 certification within 150 days of hire
- Safety Care certification within 90 days of hire
Benefits
- paid training and support
- opportunities for professional growth and development
- competitive salary
- opportunities for advancement
- paid time off
- health insurance
- retirement plan
- learning budget
- parental leave
- wellness programs
- visa/relocation assistance
- remote flexibility
- stipends
- bonus/commission
- paid holidays
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