Residential Counselor – Developmental Disabilities

Vinfen

. Provide individual and group support to people served in a residential program .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeDracut • Massachusetts • United StatesJunior💰 $21 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in providing individual and group support in residential programs, focusing on enhancing independence, self-advocacy, and quality of life. Proficient in implementing behavioral interventions, maintaining safety standards, and ensuring compliance with regulatory policies.

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Behavioral Intervention TechniquesActivities of Daily Living SupportCrisis InterventionMedication Administration (MAP)Community Integration Support

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Hard Skills

Behavioral Intervention TechniquesActivities of Daily Living SupportMedication Administration (MAP)Crisis InterventionHousehold ManagementRecreational Activity PlanningClient AssessmentRecord KeepingTransportation SupportPhysical Personal Management Techniques

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationCultural SensitivityTeam CollaborationEmpowerment AdvocacyIndependence Support

Tools & Technologies

ComputerCalculatorCopierPrinter

Certifications & Qualifications

CPRFirst AidMAPPBS Tier 1Safety Care

Industry Keywords

Community EngagementSocial InclusionResidential Program SupportInterdisciplinary TeamworkRegulatory Compliance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide individual and group support to people served in a residential program
Teach skills that enhance independence, self-advocacy, and quality of life
Maintain a safe, secure, and clean residential environment
Support community integration, social inclusion, friendships, family partnerships, and community engagement
Help individuals access community-based support, resources, assistive technology, and adaptive equipment
Plan recreational and social activities
Support employment, volunteer, and other community opportunities
Provide training and support involving behavioral and rehabilitative interventions, fire and safety regulations, appointments, money management, activities of daily living, shopping, meal planning, cooking, and household chores
Perform hands-on tasks to implement support plans
Provide transportation as necessary
Assess physical and emotional status and report changes to the supervisor
Monitor individual funds
Maintain records, progress notes, communication logs, behavior data, academic data, incident documentation, and activity schedules
Procure, store, administer, document, and dispose of medication in accordance with MAP requirements, regulations, and company policy
Communicate with program nurses, case managers, Visiting Nurses Association, and other interested parties
Participate in mandated training and staff meetings
Ensure compliance with internal and external regulatory policies and standards
Maintain home safety and perform housekeeping, snow shoveling, and trash removal
Provide shift coverage in other homes or programs as assigned
Function as a human rights advocate and provide physical intervention or First Aid during emergencies
Report to the Disabled Persons Protections Commission when required
Assist with developing, implementing, and documenting treatment, ISP/PSTPs, and clinical programs

Requirements

What you’ll need

One or more years of experience and/or training in a related function encouraged
High school diploma or equivalent required
Valid driver's license required 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
Must 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
Ability to lift at least 25 pounds using proper lifting techniques or a two-person lift
Ability to assist clients with activities of daily living
Ability to operate a computer, calculator, copier, and printer
Ability to speak, hear, and 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
PBS Tier 1 required within 150 days of hire
Safety Care required within 90 days of hire
Knowledge and use of advocacy, empowerment, self-advocacy, participatory planning, crisis intervention, household management, and physical personal management techniques
Ability to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team
Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written formats
Sensitivity to cultural, religious, racial, disability, and gender issues

Benefits

Comp & perks

Full-time employment
Training and professional development, including mandated training and staff meetings
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