Per Diem Residential Counselor

Responsibilities

As a Per Diem Residential Counselor (Mental Health), you will provide direct support on an as needed basis to adults with mental health conditions or behavioral health challenges in a small group residential setting or an individual living arrangement. In your role you will work together with the people we serve, their families, friends, employers, and other support staff to transform their lives by either building independence skills or increasing each person's quality of life.

Per Diem Residential Counselors have a range of duties including administrating medication under the Medication Administration Certification Program, implementing treatment plans, and assisting adults with activities of daily living, such as household chores and cooking. You also strengthen residents' connection to their community by providing transportation on outings such as shopping and doctor's appointments.

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.

For more information about Vinfen, please visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Vinfen is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Current Bonus Program:
Beginning January 1, 2026 through June 2026

Employees are eligible for one of the following bonuses based on the number of hours worked. The maximum bonus to be paid in a month is $150.

• Bonus applies to all Res Counselor Per Diem staff working at the programs listed below.
• $100 bonus for staff working their first 24 direct care shift hours in a month.
• $150 bonus for staff working their first 32 direct care shift hours in a month.

Towns with programs covered by the bonus program are:
Andover, Groveland, Haverhill, Lawrence, Methuen.

This program does not apply to training hours completed.

This position may be eligible for a differential pay rate depending on assigned work hours, location, area, or division.

Required to work a minimum of 2 direct care shifts per month. Successful applicants will be expected to engage in shifts at a variety of different programs.

Typical Requirements:
One to three months experience in a human services setting. In some cases, experience may be substituted for academic training.

Preferred / Required

Education:

A high school diploma or equivalent is required.

Driving Requirements:
May be called on to drive for Vinfen using either a Vinfen van or personal vehicle. 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 one year, and must be able to pass a driver’s screening background check, which is subject to annual checks.

If driving, must maintain a safe driving record. If using a personal vehicle, must possess and maintain adequate insurance.

Physical Effort:
Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, climb as this is a very physically active position. Must be able to lift at least 25 pounds using proper lifting techniques or the use of a two‑person lift. Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment such as a calculator, copier, and printer. Ability to sit, reach, climb stairs, and maneuver through narrow spaces or hallways.

Ability to assist clients with tasks of daily living. Ability to speak, hear, and communicate with clients, staff, and external representatives. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. For positions in day programs or group residences, the ability to assist in routine living activities including cleaning, meal preparation, vacuuming, shoveling, and grocery shopping.

Required

Certifications:

First Aid is required within two weeks of hire; CPR is required within two weeks of hire; MAP is required within 150 days of hire.