DDS Residential Counselor Phyllis Road

DDS Residential Counselor (20 Hours) - Phyllis Road at Open Sky Community Services

Foxborough, Massachusetts, United States - Full Time

Start Date:

Immediate

Expiry Date: 03 Mar, 26

Posted On: 03 Dec, 25

Experience:

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job:
Yes

Telecommute:
Yes

Sponsor Visa:
No

• Developmental Disability Support
• Community Integration
• Person-Centered Treatment Plans
• Daily Living Activities
• Health and Safety Procedures
• Documentation
• Transportation Assistance
• Advocacy
• Reliability
• Willingness to Learn

Salary

USD $22.48/Hr. Description and Responsibilities Open Sky supports adults with developmental and intellectual challenges who are referred by the Department of Developmental Services. Our mission is to provide homes that are safe, nurturing, and address the individual’s personal needs and preferences. Every individual in an Open Sky residential program is encouraged to play an active role in community life, whether it be by volunteering, taking classes, participating in group outings, or joining a health club.

Our dedicated staff ensures that individuals have the necessary supports and skills to build a successful and satisfying life in the community while enabling individuals to lead meaningful and active lives.

The Residential Counselor supports individuals diagnosed with a Developmental Disability live as independently as possible, while providing evidence-based treatment and care, within a group living environment. They provide guidance, support and perform various levels of activities of daily living. Through implementing procedures that ensure the health, safety, and well‑being of individuals, counselors ensure individuals are living a healthy, productive, and independent life.

Counselors are strong advocates for individuals served, believe in the power of community, and acknowledge the importance of community integration!

• Assist in developing individualized, person-centered treatment plans and play a lead role in the daily implementation plans.
• Implement all procedures that ensure the health, safety, and well-being of individuals and general cleanliness and safety of the physical site.
• Assist individuals to access and/or provide transportation.
• Review and complete all required documentation.

High School Diploma, GED or equivalent, required. Valid Driver’s License and acceptable driving record, required. Reliability, willingness to learn, and being open to new opportunities.

• Excellent Supervision (Individual and Group)
• Professional Development and Training Opportunities
• Generous paid time off plan – starting with 29 days in the first year, including 12 paid holidays, increasing to 32 days in the second year and a maximum of 43 days.
• Tuition Reimbursement Program and reimbursement for various Human Services certifications.
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Prescription Plan
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Match
• Life Insurance (100% Employer-Paid)
• Eligible employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program
• And more!

The Residential Counselor supports individuals diagnosed with a Developmental Disability to live as independently as possible while providing evidence-based treatment and care. They assist in developing individualized treatment plans and ensure the health, safety, and well-being of individuals in a group living environment.

Open Sky celebrates diversity and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with federal and state employment opportunity laws, qualified applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, gender, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran, or disabled Veteran status.