Residential Counselor; Developmental Disabilities

Residential Counselor (Developmental Disabilities)

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 promote the recovery, resiliency, habilitation, and self‑determination of the people we serve.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals in the home to become fully integrated into their communities and develop and maintain friendships.
• Assist individuals to access community‑based support and resources.
• Plan recreational and social activities that promote social inclusion and the emotional well‑being of individuals.
• Empower and support individuals to make choices, be self‑advocates, and be fully involved in decisions about their supports and lives.
• Support individuals with access to assistive technology and adaptive equipment to augment communication and independence.
• Support individuals in securing, maintaining and growing in work, volunteer, and other community engagement opportunities.
• Encourage and support individuals and their families to maintain strong partnerships with staff and other stakeholders.
• Provide training and support in rehabilitative interventions, behavioral interventions, fire & safety regulations, appointment scheduling, money management, ADLs, grocery shopping, meal planning and cooking, household chores, use of generic resources and related areas.
• Perform hands‑on tasks required to facilitate the implementation of support plans.
• Provide transportation as necessary.
• Assess the physical and emotional status of individuals and report changes to supervisor.
• Monitor individual funds as needed.
• Maintain records, collect behavior and academic data, and document all information related to incidents, programs and routine activities in a communication log.
• Procure, administer, document, and dispose of medication in accordance with MAP requirements, funding source regulations, and company policy.
• Communicate with and provide information to program nurse, case managers, and Visiting Nurses Association.
• Participate in all mandated training and staff meetings.
• Ensure compliance with all internal and external regulatory policies, procedures, and standards.
• Ensure home safety and maintenance, including general housekeeping, snow shoveling, and trash removal.
• Comply with corporate and divisional policies, including safe work practices, workers’ compensation, universal precautions, and exposure control.
• Complete various paperwork and logs, including communication logs, community membership logs, and activity schedules.
• Provide shift coverage as necessary in other homes/programs assigned by supervisor.
• Function as a human rights advocate, provide physical intervention and/or first aid during behavior or medical emergencies, and serve as a reporter to the Disabled Persons Protections Commission.
• Assist in developing, implementing and documenting treatment including ISP/PSTPs and clinical programs.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Knowledge & Skills

• Advocacy techniques
• Various communication styles
• Empowerment and self‑advocacy techniques
• Participatory planning techniques
• Physical personal management skills
• Household management skills
• Crisis intervention techniques
• Sensitivity to cultural, religious, racial, disability, and gender issues
• Collaborative, teaching, and participatory skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team
• Adaptation to communicating with various individuals through different styles
• Professional and confidential capacity
• High motivation to learn and practice new skills
• Consistency in performance
• Effective oral and written communication

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; experience may substitute for academic training.
• One or more years of experience and/or training in a related function preferred.

Driving Requirements

• Driving required using a Vinfen van or personal vehicle.
• Must possess and maintain adequate insurance and a safe driving record subject to annual checks.
• Valid driver’s license must be presented at time of employment.
• Must be at least…