ABI Residential Counselor - Sunny Hill Road
At Open Sky Community Services, we open our doors, hearts, and minds to the belief that every individual, regardless of perceived limitations, deserves the chance to live a productive and fulfilling life. Open Sky is on an anti-racist journey, committed to learning, living, and breathing inclusion, opportunity, diversity, racial equity, and justice for ALL. As a trauma-informed organization, we strive for transparency and sensitivity to the experiences of those we interact with. Self-care is encouraged, and we are committed to providing a positive work culture focused on continuous learning and the value of diverse perspectives.
About the Role
Open Sky’s Acquired Brain Injury programs serve adults with acquired brain injury and physical or developmental disabilities who are referred by the Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission. These programs provide individualized services to help participants live independently in their own apartments. Our services include finding accessible housing, coordinating healthcare, supervising PCAs, and arranging for transportation when needed.
The Residential Counselor provides guidance, support, and performs various levels of activities of daily living. Through implementing procedures that ensure the health, safety, and well-being of individuals, counselors help individuals live a healthy, productive, and independent life. Counselors are strong advocates for individuals served, believe in the power of community, and acknowledge the importance of community integration.
Responsibilities
- Assist in developing individualized, person-centered treatment plans and play a lead role in the daily implementation of those plans.
- Assist individuals to access and/or provide transportation.
- Review and complete all required documentation.
The organization recognizes skills, location, training, and population served in certain programs by offering an additional hourly differential. Ask your recruiter if this position qualifies for an additional hourly differential.
Requirements
- High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent, required.
- Valid Driver’s License and acceptable driving record, required.
- Reliability, willingness to learn, and being open to new opportunities.
Benefits
- Excellent Supervision (Individual and Group), Professional Development, and Training Opportunities
- Generous paid time off plan – you start with 29 days (almost 6 weeks!) in your first year, including 12 paid holidays. Increases to 32 days in your 2nd year, and the current maximum is 43 days (over 8 weeks!)
- Tuition Reimbursement Program and reimbursement for a variety of Human Services certifications
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance with Prescription Plan
- 403b Retirement Plan with Employer Match
- Life Insurance (100% Employer-Paid)
- Eligible employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program