Lead Residential Counselor, Brain Injury

Vinfen

. Support management in an administrative role and ensure a high-quality service environment .

Posted 10/16/2026part-timeHaverhill • Massachusetts • United StatesSenior💰 $23 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in providing individual and group support in residential settings, ensuring safety, compliance, and effective communication with clients and staff. Proficient in developing and implementing treatment plans, training in daily living skills, and managing administrative tasks.

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Individual SupportTreatment Plan DevelopmentBehavioral InterventionsRegulatory ComplianceFirst Aid Certification

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Hard Skills

Daily Living Skills TrainingBehavioral Support TechniquesAdministrative SupportMedication AdministrationCommunity Integration PlanningRecord KeepingClient AssessmentRecreational Activity PlanningAssistive Technology SupportStaff Scheduling

Soft Skills

CommunicationLeadershipTeam CollaborationProblem SolvingEmpathy

Tools & Technologies

ComputerCalculatorCopierPrinter

Certifications & Qualifications

CPRFirst AidMAPSafety CarePositive Behavioral Supports Tier IINETCBIS

Industry Keywords

Residential SupportCommunity EngagementIndependent Living SkillsHuman Rights AdvocacyClinical Documentation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support management in an administrative role and ensure a high-quality service environment
Lead shifts and ensure supports are delivered as designed
Provide individual and group support in the residential home
Teach skills that enhance independence and self-advocacy
Ensure a safe, secure, and clean residential environment
Support community integration, friendships, family engagement, and partnerships
Access community-based supports and resources
Plan recreational and social activities promoting inclusion and emotional well-being
Support assistive technology, adaptive equipment, employment, volunteer, and community engagement opportunities
Provide administrative support including staff scheduling, new staff training, and clinical paperwork oversight
Develop, implement, and document treatment, ISP/PSTPs, and clinical programs
Train and support individuals in rehabilitative and behavioral interventions, safety, appointments, money management, ADLs, shopping, meal planning, cooking, and household chores
Provide transportation as necessary
Assess physical and emotional status and report changes to the supervisor
Monitor individual funds and maintain records, progress notes, behavior and academic data, incident documentation, and communication logs
Procure, store, administer, document, and dispose of medication consistent with MAP requirements and applicable regulations
Communicate with program nurses, case managers, Visiting Nurses Association, and other interested parties
Participate in mandated training and staff meetings
Ensure regulatory compliance, home safety, maintenance, housekeeping, snow shoveling, and trash removal
Provide shift coverage and maintain required staff-to-individual ratios
Serve as human rights advocate and provide physical intervention or First Aid during emergencies
Report to the Disabled Persons Protections Commission as required
Perform other related duties

Requirements

What you’ll need

One to two years of experience/training in a related function
High school diploma or equivalent required
Bachelor's degree preferred
Valid driver's license required at employment
Adequate insurance and safe driving record if using a personal vehicle
At least 21 years of age
Valid US driver's license maintained for at least six months
Must pass a driver's screening background check
Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, climb, lift at least 25 pounds, and assist clients with daily living tasks
Ability to operate a computer, calculator, copier, and printer
Ability to communicate with clients, staff, and external representatives
CPR required within two weeks of hire
First Aid required within two weeks of hire
MAP required within 150 days of hire
Safety Care required within 90 days of hire
Positive Behavioral Supports Tier II required prior to hire
NET required
May be asked to obtain CBIS (Certified Brain Injury Specialist)

Benefits

Comp & perks

A fully funded 401(a), employer-sponsored retirement plan requiring no employee contribution
Employee-funded 403(b) plan
Medical, Dental and Vision plans for eligible employees scheduled to work 30 hours per week or more
Employer contribution toward the cost of medical insurance
Employer-paid Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Employer-paid Short-Term Disability Insurance for qualifying employees
Flexible Spending Reimbursement Accounts (Health and Dependent care)
Voluntary Term Life, Whole Life, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
Generous paid time off for employees scheduled to work 20 hours or more per week