Lead Counselor – Day Program

Vinfen

. Support management in ensuring a high-quality service environment .

Posted 10/2/2026full-timeWindsor • Connecticut • United StatesSenior💰 $25 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates the ability to provide individual and group support, fostering independence and self-advocacy among individuals in a Day Program. Proficient in developing and implementing treatment plans, ensuring compliance with medication administration regulations, and promoting social inclusion through recreational activities.

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Individual SupportSocial Skills DevelopmentMedication AdministrationCommunity EngagementCPR Certification

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Hard Skills

Treatment Plan DevelopmentMedication CertificationJob-Placement SkillsRecreational Activity PlanningCommunity Resource Access

Soft Skills

EmpowermentSelf-Advocacy SupportCommunication

Certifications & Qualifications

CPRFirst AidMedication CertificationSafety Care

Industry Keywords

Day ProgramCommunity-Based SupportSocial InclusionHigh-Quality Service EnvironmentCrisis Prevention

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support management in ensuring a high-quality service environment
Provide individual and group support to people served in the Day Program
Teach skills that enhance independence and self-advocacy
Support individual choices and meaningful living
Maintain a safe, secure and clean Day Program environment
Help individuals become full participants in their communities
Develop and maintain social skills and job-placement skills
Assist individuals in accessing community-based support and resources
Plan recreational and social activities promoting social inclusion and emotional well-being
Empower individuals to make choices, self-advocate and participate in decisions about their supports and lives
Support work, volunteer and other community engagement opportunities
Schedule staff assignments for community and employment activities
Assist in developing, implementing and documenting treatment, including IP/PBSPs and clinical programs
Provide transportation as necessary and schedule morning and evening transportation runs
Procure, store, administer, document and dispose of medication according to MAC requirements, funding source regulations and company policy

Requirements

What you’ll need

A high school diploma or equivalent is required
Bachelor's degree preferred
One to two years of experience/training in a related function
Valid driver's license presented at employment
At least 21 years of age
Maintained a valid US driver's license for at least 6 months
Access to a reliable, insured vehicle
CPR required within two weeks of hire
First Aid required within two weeks of hire
Medication certification required within 150 days of hire
Safety Care required within 90 days of hire
Successfully pass a multistate CORI, SORI, reference check, employment verification, education and credentialing background check

Benefits

Comp & perks

A fully funded, employer-sponsored retirement plan with no employee contribution
Employee-funded 403(b) plan
Medical, Dental and Vision plans for employees scheduled to work 30 hours per week or more
Employer contribution toward medical insurance
Employer-paid Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Employer-paid Short-Term Disability Insurance
Option to purchase additional voluntary Short-Term Disability Insurance
Flexible Spending Reimbursement Accounts for Health and Dependent Care
Voluntary Term, Whole Life, Accident and Critical Care Insurance
15 days of vacation per year
11 paid holidays
10 sick days per year
3 personal days per year
Educational Assistance and Remission Programs
$500 Employee Referral Bonus with no annual cap
Discounted YMCA memberships
Access to discounted movie tickets
Great training, career growth and job security