Residential Counselor (Brain Injury)

About the role

Vinfen is a nonprofit organization providing community-based services to individuals with various disabilities. This position is part of a residential program aimed at supporting individuals diagnosed with a brain injury.

Responsibilities

• Supports individuals in becoming fully integrated into their communities and develop and maintain friendships.
• Affords access to community-based support and resources.
• Plans recreational and social activities that promote social inclusion and emotional well-being.
• Empowers and supports individuals in making choices, being self-advocates, and participating in decision-making.
• Ensures individuals have access to assistive technology and adaptive equipment.
• Encourages and supports individuals in securing, maintaining, and growing in work, volunteer, and community engagement opportunities.
• Maintains a safe, secure, and clean residential environment.
• Assesses the physical and emotional status of individuals and reports changes to supervisor.
• Monitors individual funds, as needed.
• Maintains records for individuals in the home.
• Collects behavior and academic data and maintains progress notes.
• Documents all information related to incidents, programs, and routine activities in a communication log.
• Procures, stores, administers, documents, and disposes of medication for individuals consistent with MAP requirements, funding source regulations, and Company policy.
• Communicates with and provides information to interested parties such as program nurse, case managers, and Visiting Nurses Association.
• Participates in all mandated training and staff meetings as directed by the supervisor.
• Ensures compliance with all internal and external regulatory policies, procedures, and standards.
• Serves as a reporter to the Disabled Persons Protections Commission.
• Assists in developing, implementing, and documenting treatment, including ISP/PSTPs and clinical programs.
• Performs other related duties, as required.

Qualifications

• Typical Requirements: One or more years of experience and/or training in a related function are highly encouraged.
• 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. Adequate insurance and a safe driving record are necessary.
• Physical Effort: Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, climb, lift at least 25 pounds, sit, reach, climb stairs, maneuver through narrow spaces or hallways, assist clients with tasks of daily living, speak, hear, and communicate with clients, staff, and external representatives.
• Specific Vision Abilities: Close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Required Certifications: CPR, First Aid, MAP, PBS Tier 1, Safety Care, and may be asked to obtain CBIS certification (Certified Brain Injury Specialist).

Pay

The pay range for this position is USD $18.00 - USD $18.00 /Hr.