Residential Counselor
Listed on 2026-09-12
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Healthcare
Community Health, Mental Health, Direct Support Professional/ Direct Care, Caregiver
Title:
Residential Counselor
Location:
West Fairhill
Pay Range: $20 - $23.75
Schedule:
30 hrs
- Sat 3p-11p, Sun 9a-11p, Wed 3p-11p
FLSA:
Non Exempt
Founded in Brockton, MA in 1975, BAMSI is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization “bringing people and services together.” Over the years, we have become one of the most trusted organizations working with children, families, individuals, and seniors to enrich their lives. At its core, BAMSI is about building connections with people and services. Each year, our organization impacts the lives of more than 50,000 individuals.
BAMSI’s mission is to meet each person where they are so they can learn, grow, and thrive.
BAMSI is committed to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Justice, and Accessibility; to creating a holistic system of care; and to abolishing the stigmas surrounding mental illness, disability, and addiction.
- Time Off - 4 weeks combined vacation, personal and cultural holiday
- 12 paid holidays
- 2 weeks Sick Time
- Highly Specialized Paid Trainings including opportunity to earn CEUs
- HSA and Competitive Benefit Package
- 403B plan with discretionary match
- Wellness Activities
- Employee Assistance Program
- Career Development Opportunities
- Purpose-Driven Work:
Make a direct impact on residents’ growth and independence. - Training & Development:
We provide hands-on training and support to help you earn your MAP certification and develop new, in-demand skills. - Collaborative Culture:
Join a team dedicated to dignity, respect, and evidence-based practices.
Provide rehabilitative support to adults in Group Living Environments (GLE), fostering skills for daily living and community integration.
Key responsibilities include:
- MAP (Medication Administration Program) certification isrequiredfor this position.
Candidates without current certification must be willing to complete employer-provided training and successfully obtain certification within 3 months. - TeachADLs(cooking, budgeting, medication management) and socialization skills.
- Implement Treatment Plansand behavioral interventions under clinician guidance.
- Administer/supervise medications byMAP guidelines and document care.
- Transport residents to appointments and community activities.
- Advocate for residents’ needs and model healthy coping strategies.
- Maintain a safe, clean home environment and completetimelydocumentation.
- High school diploma/GED; direct care experience preferred.
- Valid driver’s license and ability toassistwith mobility (bending, standing, etc.).
- Strong communication skills (English) and basic computer proficiency.
- Compassion, patience, and commitment to trauma-informed care.
- Bonus:
Lived experience or multilingual abilities (e.g., Spanish, Portuguese).
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