Vinfen
Residential Counselor
Vinfen, Windsor Locks, Connecticut, us, 06096
Job DescriptionSchedule:
Tue-Sat 3pm-11pmSalary:
$19.50 / hourAs a Residential Counselor, you will provide direct support to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities 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.Residential Counselors have a range of duties including administering medication under the Medication Administration Plan (MED), implementing treatment plans, and assisting people 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.Why Vinfen?We are committed to you! We offer great training, great benefits, career growth, and job security!Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance for employees working 30 hours or more15 days of Vacation, 12 Paid Holidays, 10 Sick Days and 3 Personal Days per year (for employees scheduled for 20 hours or more)Education Assistance and Tuition Remission Programs as well as innovative Student Loan Payment Programs. Employment with Vinfen counts toward your Public Student Loan Forgiveness eligibilityProfessional Development programs including year-round online training courses and opportunities to earn CEUsRetirement savings programs, including a fully funded, employer-sponsored retirement plan and an employee-funded 403(b) planCompany paid Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment and Long-Term Disability InsuranceVoluntary Term, Whole Life, Accident and Critical Care InsuranceFlexible Spending Reimbursement Accounts (Health and Dependent care)$500 -- $1,000+ Employee Referral Bonuses with no annual cap!Other generous benefits including discounted memberships, access to wellness programs, and more!About UsEstablished 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 3,200 dedicated employees are experienced, highly-trained professionals who provide a full range of supportive living, health, educational, and clinical services in 318 programs throughout Massachusetts and Connecticut. For more information about Vinfen, please visit
www.vinfen.org/careers .My Vinfen. My Community. My Job.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.RequirementsHigh school diploma or GED required. Bachelor's degree in a Human Services related field is preferred.Experience working with people with developmental disabilities and/or acquired brain injury strongly preferred.Strong time management and writing skills.All applicants must be at least 21 years of age and have a current, valid US driver's license for at least 6 months.All applicants must be able to become CPR, First Aid certified within 2 weeks of employment and MED certified within 150 days of employment.All candidates must be able to successfully pass a CORI, reference, multi-state background, and driving record check.Schedule:
Tue-Sat 3pm-11pmHours per week:
40Pay Rate:
$19.50 / hourDriving Requirements:
Drivers License check required; vehicle access preferredCity:
Windsor LocksState:
Connecticut
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Tue-Sat 3pm-11pmSalary:
$19.50 / hourAs a Residential Counselor, you will provide direct support to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities 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.Residential Counselors have a range of duties including administering medication under the Medication Administration Plan (MED), implementing treatment plans, and assisting people 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.Why Vinfen?We are committed to you! We offer great training, great benefits, career growth, and job security!Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance for employees working 30 hours or more15 days of Vacation, 12 Paid Holidays, 10 Sick Days and 3 Personal Days per year (for employees scheduled for 20 hours or more)Education Assistance and Tuition Remission Programs as well as innovative Student Loan Payment Programs. Employment with Vinfen counts toward your Public Student Loan Forgiveness eligibilityProfessional Development programs including year-round online training courses and opportunities to earn CEUsRetirement savings programs, including a fully funded, employer-sponsored retirement plan and an employee-funded 403(b) planCompany paid Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment and Long-Term Disability InsuranceVoluntary Term, Whole Life, Accident and Critical Care InsuranceFlexible Spending Reimbursement Accounts (Health and Dependent care)$500 -- $1,000+ Employee Referral Bonuses with no annual cap!Other generous benefits including discounted memberships, access to wellness programs, and more!About UsEstablished 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 3,200 dedicated employees are experienced, highly-trained professionals who provide a full range of supportive living, health, educational, and clinical services in 318 programs throughout Massachusetts and Connecticut. For more information about Vinfen, please visit
www.vinfen.org/careers .My Vinfen. My Community. My Job.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.RequirementsHigh school diploma or GED required. Bachelor's degree in a Human Services related field is preferred.Experience working with people with developmental disabilities and/or acquired brain injury strongly preferred.Strong time management and writing skills.All applicants must be at least 21 years of age and have a current, valid US driver's license for at least 6 months.All applicants must be able to become CPR, First Aid certified within 2 weeks of employment and MED certified within 150 days of employment.All candidates must be able to successfully pass a CORI, reference, multi-state background, and driving record check.Schedule:
Tue-Sat 3pm-11pmHours per week:
40Pay Rate:
$19.50 / hourDriving Requirements:
Drivers License check required; vehicle access preferredCity:
Windsor LocksState:
Connecticut
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