Residential Counselor

Residential Counselor
- Victory Human Services
- Boston, MA

Position Title:

Residential Counselor

Department: DDS Programs

Reports To:

Program Manager

Salary Wage: $19.00 - $23.00

Victory Human Services (VHS) is a mission-driven organization dedicated to empowering individuals with disabilities through exceptional residential, day habilitation, and community-based services. VHS is currently undergoing a bold transformation – Victory 2.0 – focused on restoring compliance integrity, strengthening internal systems, elevating workforce culture, and positioning the organization for sustainable growth and excellence

The Residential Counselor plays a crucial role in developing and implementing Individual Support Plans (ISPs) and providing direct care, training, and support to residents. This includes:

- Assisting with personal care and daily living activities
- Implementing behavior plans, medical protocols, and interventions
- Supporting vocational and community-based activities

Additional Qualifications

• Are you currently CPR certified?
• Are you currently MAP (Medication Administration Program) certified?
• If you are not currently MAP certified, are you willing and able to obtain MAP certification within 90 days of hire?

• Social and communication skills
• Interpersonal
  
  Skills:
  
  Builds positive relationships with residents, staff, and families
• Planning & Organization:
  Manages multiple responsibilities efficiently
• Education:
  
  GED or equivalent
• Ability to follow detailed written and oral instructions
• Strong problem-solving skills for daily responsibilities
• Successful completion of state and agency-mandated training:
• DDS Medication Administration Certificate (within first six months)
• Safety Care/Legal Certificate (within first six months)
• DPPC/Fire Safety/Human Rights/Universal Precautions Certificate (upon hire)
• New Hire Orientation, including completion of CORE Curriculum (within first three months)
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Must consent to a Criminal History Background Check (CORI) and release of information from agencies such as the Disabled Persons Protection Commission (DPPC) and Department of Developmental Services (DDS)
• Must be able to perform essential duties with reasonable accommodation
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• Language Skills, fluent in English, open to bilingual (Spanish, Haitian, Cape Verde)
• Ability to read, interpret, and write reports and safety guidelines
• Effective verbal communication with residents, families, and staff
• Frequent use of hands for tasks and reaching
• Ability to lift and maneuver up to 100 lbs floor to waist, waist to overhead (assistance provided when possible)

• The Residential Counselor plays a vital role in developing and implementing Individual Support Plans (ISPs) and providing direct care, training, and support to residents
• Assisting with personal care and daily living activities
• Implementing behavior plans, medical protocols, and interventions
• Supporting vocational and community-based activities
• All positions require physical assistance (e.g., lifting, transfers, emergency restraint)
• Provide direct care and supervision in areas such as:
• Meal preparation and household management
• Travel training and financial management
• Implement, develop, and review Individual Support Plans (ISPs) and track progress
• Assist residents in abiding by housing rules set by residents, landlords, or Housing Authorities in accordance with applicable regulations
• Transport residents to activities and medical appointments
• Utilize Positive Behavioral Supports to promote resident well-being
• Maintain resident dignity and rights in accordance with policies
• Assist in advocacy and training related to human…