Residential Counselor in Wendell, Massachusetts at Community Resources For Justice, Inc.

About CRJ: Our Mission, Your Opportunity

Community Resources for Justice (CRJ) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to changing lives and strengthening communities through direct service, advocacy, and innovation. We operate across four core service lines:

Community Strategies (CS): Supporting adults with developmental disabilities to live independently and thrive in their communities. Providing a range of top-quality residential and non-residential programs for men and women with intellectual or developmental disabilities in Massachusetts and New Hampshire. Our programs offer individual and group treatment and are geared toward promoting independence and improving life skills. Clients also receive support with job development, on-the-job coaching, and educational opportunities.Reentry Services (RS): Supporting people leaving incarceration to make positive, sustainable life transitions. We firmly believe that change is possible and attainable for all that we serve. With a strict focus on outcomes, the Reentry Services Division is committed to delivering contemporary and evidence-based services to the individuals in our care. Through delivering innovative programming and collaborating with community agencies, we provide hope and support to our clients as they make safe and successful transitions into their communities.Crime & Justice Institute (CJI): Driving bold, transformative improvements in adult and youth justice systems by working with working with local, state, and national criminal justice organizations to improve public safety and the delivery of justice. The CJI team brings decades of experience developing evidence-based, data-driven policies, managing complex processes with diverse stakeholders, and driving systems-level organizational change. Our energetic staff and network of consultants come from a variety of backgrounds.Family Reentry (FRE): At Family Reentry, we address the often-intertwining problems of behavioral health, domestic violence, reentry, recidivism, and risks to youth by offering evidence-based interventions to provide support and effect positive change. We offer a holistic approach by working to connect clients to basic needs and offering support to create change and increase stronger coping and life skills.

CRJ is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity in all its forms and encourage candidates of all backgrounds, identities, and lived experiences to apply.

Ready to make a difference? Apply today and be part of the change!

Job Summary:

To support individuals in attaining the highest quality of life while maintaining their safety across all settings.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

Implement Positive Behavior Supports (PBS) Report any significant issues using the on-call hierarchy Implements and follows individuals’ Behavior Skills Plans Implements and follows EO509 Dining Guidelines Participated in and completed Licensing and Certification paperwork which includes but not limited to Daily Planners. Monthly Menus, House Meetings, Budgeting, Medical Appointments, etc. Follows and Implements individuals’ daily schedules Enhance an individual’s development by providing job coaching Maintain appropriate and professional boundaries with the individuals Involving individuals in social and vocational opportunities Implementing Individual Service Plan (ISP) objectives Promote a high quality of living for the individuals which includes but not limited to assisting with showers, toileting, brushing teeth, laundry, etc. Able to support and accompany individuals in the community including but not limited to religious services, hospitals, correctional facilities, courts, support groups, etc. Record accurate and quality data on each individual throughout the shift using ICentrixs Provides supervision of the individuals and ensures their safety in the residence and community Promote a high quality of living that includes routine maintenance/housekeeping which includes but not limited to shoveling, mopping, cleaning appliance, etc. Provide Transportation; whether in the company vehicle or your personal vehicle, for individuals including following the GPS Guidelines Perform verbal or physical interventions as needed to ensure safety Conduct physical restraints as needed. Must be able to maintain HIPAA, Confidentiality and Cyber Security. Extended standing, sitting, running and lifting as needed to ensure safety

Required Skills/Abilities:

Strong verbal and written communication skills Able to accept constructive criticism as a learning tool Able to handle intimate and personal issues with tact and discretion Able to work in a team setting Able to stay awake and alert while on shift, at all times Flexibility: May be required to work at different locations and shifts to accommodate business needs by arriving to shift on time, maintaining contracted ratios, working holiday shifts, and weekends Able to calmly and patiently manage threatening and assaultive situations Able to act appropriately in the event of an emergency Basic computer skills (email, databases, internet, etc) copy, scan and fax

Required Education and Experience:

High school diploma or equivalent. Valid Driver’s License PABC (physical restraints) CPR/First Aid MAP DDS Licensing and Certification required training

Preferred Education and Experience:

1 year of residential experience

Travel requirements:

Heavy Travel - once or more a week

Other duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice based on business needs.