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Residential Counselor, Braintree
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$1,000 sign-on bonus!
If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals with mental health challenges and possess the dedication to support them in achieving their goals, we invite you to apply for the Residential Counselor position!
The Residential Counselor position offers a unique opportunity to work in the Human Services field, supporting adults with mental health challenges who reside together in a community setting. Our dedicated residential staff plays a crucial role in empowering residents to achieve independence by enhancing their daily living skills, managing psychiatric symptoms, ensuring physical health, and overall improving their quality of life.
Located in Braintree, MA
Hourly rate: $17.50
Full Time Schedule Available:
-Fri, Sat, Sun, Mon 1pm - 11pm (40 hours)
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Responsibilities:
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Teaching Daily Living Skills: Provide instruction in essential skills such as cooking, budgeting, and social interaction.
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Implementing Treatment Plans: Assist residents in achieving their goals through structured treatment plans and symptom management strategies.
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Medication Administration (MAP): Administer medications according to prescribed schedules and document appropriately.
(Additional $500 Sign-on Bonus if currently MAP certified and valid for minimum of 90 days from start date!)
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Transportation: Escort residents to medical appointments and community activities.
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Record Keeping: Maintain accurate client records using electronic health record systems.
Benefits:
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Health and Dental Insurance
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Generous Paid Time Off
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Career Advancement Opportunities
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Quality Training Programs
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In-Service Trainings: Opportunities to attend workshops and training to enhance skills and knowledge.
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Group Discounts on Cell Phones, Movie Tickets, and Club Memberships
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Company Contributions to Retirement Plan
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Company Paid Life Insurance
Required Skills
- Patience and an understanding and ability to interact with individuals with disabilities
- Dependability, flexibility, and desire to help others
- Computer proficiency and ability to learn to use an electronic health record system
- Must have a valid driver’s license and safe driving record---access to a personal vehicle required at some sites
Required Experience
- Previous experience working in the human services field, or completed coursework in Psychology, Social Work, or related field
- CPR/FA and MAP certification will be required
- BA/BS in Psychology or related field preferred
Aspire Health Alliance is committed to and passionate about diversity, equity, and inclusion. We celebrate, support and promote diversity of thought, culture, and backgrounds. As an employer committed to equal opportunity, we base all employment decisions on each individual’s capabilities and qualifications, without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetics, or any other protected characteristic. Aspire Health Alliance strives to fully reflect the clients and communities we serve and believes that a diversity of interests and cultures leads to a stronger and more innovative organization.