Benefits:
401(k)
Competitive salary
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Wellness resources
GENERAL SUMMARY
The Residential Counselor provides for the direct supervision of residents of the Plummer Residential Programs during their shift. The Residential Counselor is an integral part of the treatment team and works with Residents daily to assist them in achieving their identified treatment goals. This is a part-time role and is eligible to participate in employer provided medical and dental benefits. Available shifts are Friday through Sunday 11pm-7am.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Provide for direct supervision and safety for residents of the Plummer Group Home
Engage residents via the Collaborative Problem Solving (CPS) Model.
Remaining awake for duration of assigned shift
Prepare and/or assist in generating necessary reports, progress note/bed checks, including but not limited to, incident reports, daily shift reports, daily communication log
Assist in daily meal preparation
Provide Transportation for residents to and from appointments, work etc.
Assist residents in maintaining the daily cleanliness of the program.
Document client interventions /progress on Daily Progress Notes using APRICOT.
Attend all relevant meetings as assigned by the Program Director.
Administer prescribed medications in accordance with Plummer MAP Procedures and the DPH Medication Administration Program (MAP).
Demonstrate flexibility to meet the needs of the overall milieu, including adjusting schedules, or milieu assignments as deemed necessary by the Program Director.
Attend supervision, in-service training, trainings, conferences, and all meetings deemed necessary by the Program Director or his/her designee.
Process concerns and incidents with milieu staff and clients in an appropriate and professional manner.
Serve as the contact person for the administrator on-call for all program crisis and emergencies in compliance with agency emergency protocols and procedures.
Efficiently maintain, monitor, and evaluate all record keeping associated with Plummer Home.
Accept additional responsibility as assigned by Program Director or their designee.
Attend and actively engage in all monthly staff meetings.
Attend and actively engage in scheduled Supervision.
Other duties as assigned.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Attend and actively engage in all monthly staff meetings.
Attend and actively engage in scheduled Supervision.
Other duties as assigned.
COMPETENCIES:
Communication: Shares appropriate information to keep people informed; Communicates clearly and effectively in writing and person; Adheres to both written and verbal reporting communication policies.
Conflict Management: focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Keeps emotions under control; remains open to, and listens to, other ideas and tries new things Will embrace constructive change even if personally difficult to do.
Initiative: Exhibits strong effort and desire to accomplish what is undertaken; expresses opinions in an appropriate manner; Is engaged in the process; Is proactive; Creates program ideas and activities.
Self-Awareness & Development: Is aware of own strengths and areas of development; open to constructive feedback from others; Works to overcome limitations; Active in professional development.
Teamwork: Works cooperatively with others; contributes to achieve a common objective; Makes decisions that benefit the team; Assists others when needed; Celebrates wins together.
Managing On-going Tasks: Appropriately manages his/her time; Readiness/preparedness for work; follows program policy and protocol; makes informed decisions.
Quality Management: Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness
PREPARATION, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
Strong verbal and written skills.
Strong interpersonal skills and teamwork skills.
Ability to handle a fast-paced and stressful environment.
Strong sense of commitment to the Plummer Mission.
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Valid Massachusetts Driver’s license and Acceptable driving History.
Visual and hearing acuity to perform job functions.
Ability to ascend and descend stairways.
Ability to bend, reach, move and lift 75 pounds.