Awake Overnight Residential Counselor, Brain Injury

Vinfen

. Responsible for overnight program activities in a community living arrangement .

Posted 10/6/2026part-timeHaverhill • Massachusetts • United StatesJunior💰 $19 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in providing individual and group support to enhance independence and quality of life for clients, while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and maintaining a safe residential environment. Proficient in implementing treatment programs, documenting progress, and training clients in activities of daily living.

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CPR CertificationFirst Aid CertificationMAP CertificationPBS Tier 1 CertificationAbility to Assist Clients with Activities of Daily Living

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Hard Skills

Behavior Data CollectionTreatment Program ImplementationMedication AdministrationCrisis Intervention TechniquesTeaching Skills

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsSensitivity to Cultural IssuesAbility to Work IndependentlyTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

ComputerCalculatorCopierPrinter

Certifications & Qualifications

CPR CertificationFirst Aid CertificationMAP CertificationPBS Tier 1 CertificationSafety Care Certification

Industry Keywords

Community Living ArrangementActivities of Daily LivingInterdisciplinary TeamRegulatory ComplianceEmpowerment Techniques

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Responsible for overnight program activities in a community living arrangement
Provide individual and group support to persons served
Teach skills to enhance independence and quality of life
Ensure a safe, secure, and clean residential environment
Assist in implementing treatment programs, including ISP/PSTPs and clinical programs
Participate in treatment planning processes as needed
Maintain records, collect behavior and academic data, maintain progress notes, and document incidents, programs, and routine activities
Train and support persons served with ADLs, including showering, personal hygiene, dressing, and household chores
Conduct and document fire and safety training
Monitor physical and emotional needs and report changes to the supervisor
Store, administer, document, and dispose of medication according to MAP requirements, regulations, and company policy
Participate in mandated training and staff meetings; assist with new staff orientation
Ensure compliance with internal and external regulatory bodies and company policies
Perform hands-on program tasks, site safety and maintenance, housekeeping, snow shoveling, garbage removal, and transportation as necessary
Maintain required staff-to-person-served ratios and provide last-minute coverage
Provide physical intervention and/or first aid during behavioral or medical emergencies
Serve as a reporter to the Disabled Persons Protections Commission
Remain awake, alert, and dressed throughout the entire shift
Perform other related duties as required

Requirements

What you’ll need

Three months to one year experience in a related function
A high school diploma or equivalent is required
Valid driver's license presented at employment
At least 21 years of age
Valid US driver's license maintained for at least six months
Adequate insurance and safe driving record if using a personal vehicle
Ability to pass a driver's screening background check
Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, climb, sit, reach, climb stairs, and maneuver through narrow spaces or hallways
Ability to lift at least 25 pounds using proper lifting techniques or a two-person lift
Ability to operate a computer, calculator, copier, and printer
Ability to assist clients with activities of daily living
Ability to speak, hear, and communicate with clients, staff, and external representatives
Close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth vision, plus ability to adjust focus
CPR required within two weeks of hire
First Aid required within two weeks of hire
MAP required within 150 days of hire
PBS Tier 1 required within 150 days of hire
Safety Care required within 90 days of hire
Knowledge and use of different communication styles
Knowledge of empowerment, self-advocacy, participatory planning, crisis intervention, advocacy, physical personal management, and household management techniques
Teaching skills
Ability to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team
Sensitivity to cultural, religious, racial, disability, and gender issues