Residential Counselor, Developmental Services

Vinfen

. Provide overnight program activities in a community living arrangement .

Posted 9/21/2026part-timeRoslindale • Massachusetts • United StatesJunior💰 $21 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates the ability to provide individual and group support, implement treatment programs, and ensure a safe residential environment while maintaining compliance with regulatory standards. Proficient in assisting clients with activities of daily living and documenting progress effectively.

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Activities Of Daily Living (ADLs)Medication Administration Program (MAP)Crisis InterventionFirst Aid CertificationCPR Certification

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Hard Skills

Behavior Data CollectionTreatment Program ImplementationTeaching SkillsHousehold Management SkillsPhysical Intervention Techniques

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsSensitivity To Cultural IssuesTeam CollaborationEmpowerment Techniques

Tools & Technologies

ComputerCalculatorCopierPrinter

Certifications & Qualifications

CPRFirst AidMedication Administration Program (MAP)PBS Tier 1Safety Care

Industry Keywords

Community Living ArrangementInterdisciplinary TeamRegulatory ComplianceCrisis ManagementBehavioral Support

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide overnight program activities in a community living arrangement
Provide individual and group support to persons served
Teach skills that 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 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, funding regulations, and company policy
Attend mandated training and staff meetings and assist with new-staff orientation
Ensure compliance with internal and external regulatory bodies and company policies
Perform hands-on program tasks, housekeeping, snow shoveling, garbage removal, transportation, and site maintenance as needed
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
Maintained a valid US driver's license for at least six months
Able to pass a driver's screening background check
Adequate insurance and safe driving record if using a personal vehicle
Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, climb, sit, reach, climb stairs, and maneuver through narrow spaces or hallways
Able 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
Required vision abilities: close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception, 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 of different communication styles, empowerment and self-advocacy techniques, participatory planning, crisis intervention, advocacy, physical personal management, and household management skills
Teaching skills
Ability to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team
Sensitivity to cultural, religious, racial, disability, and gender issues