Awake Overnight Residential Counselor

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing treatment programs, including ISP/PSTPs and clinical programs; may participate in treatment planning process.
• Maintain records for persons served.
• Collect behavior and academic data and maintain progress notes.
• Document all information related to incidents, programs and routine activities in a communication log.
• Provide training and support to persons served in completing ADLs, including showering, personal hygiene, dressing and household chores.
• Conduct fire and safety training for persons served and document in training log.
• Monitor physical and emotional needs, and report changes to supervisor.
• Store, administer, document and dispose of medication for persons served consistent with MAP requirements, funding source regulations and Company policy.
• Participate in all mandated training and staff meetings as directed by the Site Manager.
• Assist with the orientation of new staff.
• Ensure compliance with all internal and external regulatory bodies.
• Comply with all corporate and divisional policies and procedures, including safe work practices, worker’s compensation, universal precautions and exposure control.
• Perform hands-on tasks in the program as required, in order to facilitate implementation of support plans.
• Ensure program site safety and maintenance as necessary; may include general housekeeping, snow shoveling and garbage removal.
• Provide transportation as necessary.
• Ensure required staff to person served ratio is maintained at all times.
• Must perform last minute coverage as required.
• Provide physical intervention and/or first aid in the event of behavior or medical emergency.
• Serve as a reporter to the Disabled Persons Protections Commission.
• Must remain awake, alert and dressed throughout the entire shift.
• Perform other related duties, as required.

Knowledge And Skills

• Knowledge and use of different communication styles
• Knowledge of empowerment and self-advocacy techniques
• Knowledge of participatory planning techniques
• Knowledge of crisis intervention techniques
• Teaching skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team
• Sensitivity to cultural, religious, racial, disability and gender issues
• Knowledge and use of advocacy techniques
• Knowledge of required physical personal management skills
• Knowledge of required household management skills

About Vinfen

Established in 1977, Vinfen is a nonprofit, health and human services organization and a leading provider of community-based services to individuals with mental health conditions, intellectual and developmental disabilities, brain injuries, and behavioral health challenges. Our services and advocacy promote the recovery, resiliency, habilitation, and self-determination of the people we serve. Vinfen's 3,500 dedicated employees are experienced, highly-trained professionals who provide a full range of supportive living, health, educational, and clinical services in over 550 sites throughout Massachusetts and Connecticut.

Qualifications

• Typical Requirements: Three months to one year experience in a related function.
• Preferred /Required Education: A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Driving Requirements: Driving is a requirement for this position using either a Vinfen van or personal vehicle. If using a personal vehicle, you must possess and maintain adequate insurance as well as maintain a safe driving record which is subject to annual checks. A valid driver's license must be presented at the time of employment. Incumbents must be at least 21 years of age, have maintained a valid US driver's license for at least