Residential Counselor

Vinfen

. Provide direct support to people with behavioral conditions and intellectual and developmental disabilities in residential settings .

Posted 9/17/2026part-timeManchester • Connecticut • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $22 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in providing support to individuals with behavioral conditions and intellectual disabilities, including developing and implementing treatment plans, conducting assessments, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. Proficient in crisis intervention, advocacy, and facilitating community integration through various activities.

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Behavioral InterventionTreatment Plan DevelopmentCrisis Intervention TechniquesCPR CertificationFirst Aid Certification

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Hard Skills

Electronic Health RecordsData CollectionMedication AdministrationActivities of Daily Living AssistanceBehavioral Data MonitoringHousehold ManagementTransportation ServicesPhysical InterventionClient AssessmentRecord Keeping

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsCollaborative SkillsSensitivity to Cultural IssuesTeaching SkillsEmpowerment Skills

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OutlookCalculatorCopierPrinter

Certifications & Qualifications

CPR CertificationFirst Aid CertificationSafety Care Certification

Industry Keywords

Behavioral ConditionsIntellectual DisabilitiesCommunity IntegrationRegulatory ComplianceHuman Rights Advocacy

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide direct support to people with behavioral conditions and intellectual and developmental disabilities in residential settings
Assist in developing, implementing, and documenting treatment plans, ISP/IPs, and clinical programs
Provide rehabilitative and behavioral interventions and monitor residents
Support appointment scheduling, money management, activities of daily living, grocery shopping, meal planning, cooking, and household chores
Facilitate community integration through recreational and social activities, outings, community travel, church activities, shopping, and celebrations
Provide transportation as necessary
Assess residents’ physical and emotional status and report changes to a supervisor
Monitor residents’ funds
Maintain records, collect behavioral and academic data, write progress notes, and enter information into electronic health records
Store, administer, document, and dispose of medications according to MAC requirements and applicable regulations
Communicate with nurses, funding agencies, case managers, service providers, physicians, and other interested parties
Participate in mandated training and staff meetings and assist with new-staff orientation
Ensure compliance with internal and external regulatory requirements
Maintain program-site safety and perform housekeeping, lawn mowing, snow shoveling, and garbage removal
Complete paperwork, logs, timesheets, and online data records
Maintain required staff-to-consumer ratios and provide last-minute coverage
Serve as a human rights advocate and provide physical intervention or first aid during emergencies
Review and respond to work emails and follow administrative policies
Perform other related duties as required

Requirements

What you’ll need

At least one year of experience and/or training in a related function is preferred
High school diploma or equivalent is required
Valid US driver's license required
At least 21 years of age
Maintained a valid US driver's license for at least six months
Adequate insurance and a safe driving record if using a personal vehicle
Must pass a driver's screening background check
CPR required within two weeks of hire
First Aid required within two weeks of hire
MAC follows CT guidelines
Safety Care required within two weeks of hire
Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, climb, and climb stairs
Ability to lift at least 25 pounds using proper lifting techniques or a two-person lift
Ability to operate a computer, calculator, copier, printer, Microsoft Outlook, and an electronic health record
Ability to assist clients with activities of daily living
Ability to speak, hear, and communicate with clients, staff, and external representatives
Required close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth vision and ability to adjust focus
Knowledge of advocacy, communication, empowerment, self-advocacy, participatory planning, physical personal management, household management, and crisis intervention techniques
Sensitivity to cultural, religious, racial, disability, and gender issues
Participatory, collaborative, and teaching skills
Ability to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team

Benefits

Comp & perks

Part-time schedule
Opportunity to build independence skills and improve quality of life for people served
Mandated training and staff meetings
Orientation support for new staff
Required certifications provided/obtainable within two weeks of hire