Awake Overnight Residential Counselor (Mental Health Services)
Vinfen
Summary
As an ACCS Awake Overnight Residential Counselor in a Residential Group Living Environment (GLE), you will provide direct support to people with psychiatric conditions in a residential Group Living Environment designed to assist in fostering independence. ACCS Awake Overnight Residential Counselors are vital to ensuring that Persons Served are able to receive quality services regardless of the time of day. 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.
Job description
In this role you will have a range of duties include administrating medication under the Medication Administration Plan (MAP), implementing treatment plans, and assisting people with activities of daily living and ensuring the safety and cleanliness of the program.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
- Help PS who are new to the residence settle in, provide support to PS who have difficulty sleeping at night, encourage good sleep habits.
- Implement PS Treatment Plan interventions as directed by Team LPHA Clinician.
- Perform day-to-day assignments as directed by Program Director.
- Use recovery-oriented, person-centered, harm-reduction, trauma-informed, culturally competent and strengths-based approaches with PS.
- Adhere to safety, maintenance, Human Rights and other operational policies and procedures.
- Comply with physical site licensing standards and regulations.
- Store, administer, document and dispose of PS medication consistent with Medication Administration Program (MAP) requirements, funding source regulations and company policy, if applicable. Teach PS medication management.
- Create opportunities for PS to participate in the smooth operation of the residence, including participating in meal preparation, physical site maintenance, etc.
- Encourage social interaction between residents and help create a collaborative environment where PS, family, friends, and others important in the lives of PS are welcome, respected and valued. Serve as a resource for neighbors.
- Help PS prepare meals.
- Participate in trainings; attend supervision and staff meetings as requested.
- Assist with the orientation of new staff.
- Complete all required documentation.
- Contribute to program’s quality improvement goals and objectives.
- Help PS use crisis intervention techniques when necessary. Access on-call back up when needed.
- Complete incident documentation as needed.
- Perform physical site maintenance activities following maintenance schedule.
- Perform other related duties, as assigned.
Knowledge and Skills
- Strong commitment to the right and ability of PS to live, work, have meaningful relationships and receive the resources and supports needed in their community of choice
- Skills and competence to establish supportive trusting relationships with PS, families and neighbors
- Sensitivity to cultural, religious, ethnic, disability and gender issues
- Ability to balance competing priorities
- Ability to make independent judgments and decisions
- Ability to work in a professional and confidential capacity
- Knowledge of personal computer applications and equipment
Requirements
- A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
- Associate's degree in a human services related discipline preferred.
- Prior experience working in a human services setting strongly preferred.
- Preference given to bilingual/bicultural applicants and applicants with lived experience of psychiatric conditions.
- Must be at least 21 years of age.
- Must have held a valid US driver's license for at least 6 months.
- Must be able to pass a CORI, driving record, employment reference check as well as a multi-state background check.
- Must be able to become CPR and First Aid certified within two weeks of hire.
- Must become MAP certified within 150 days of hire.
- Driving is a requirement for this position using either a Vinfen van or personal vehicle.
- If using a personal vehicle, must possess and maintain adequate insurance as well as maintain a safe driving record subject to annual checks.
- A valid driver's license must be presented at the time of employment.
- Must be able to pass a driver's screening background check.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, climb as this is a very physically active position.
- Must be able to lift at least 25 pounds using proper lifting techniques or the use of a two-person lift.
- Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment such as a calculator, copier, and printer.
- Ability to sit, reach, climb stairs, and maneuver through narrow spaces or hallways.
- Ability to assist PS with tasks of daily living.
- Ability to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time as needed.
- Ability to bend, reach, file, sit, stand, and move around the facility.
- Ability to speak, hear, and communicate with PS, staff, and external representatives.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Benefits
- Training
- Career growth
- Job security
Company overview
Vinfen is a leading nonprofit health and human services organization established in 1977, specializing in community-based mental health care and disability services. Headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Vinfen operates over 200 locations across Massachusetts and Connecticut, serving more than 3,500 individuals annually. The organization provides comprehensive services for people with psychiatric conditions, intellectual and developmental disabilities, acquired brain injuries, autism, and behavioral health challenges. Their evidence-based programs include residential supports, clinical outreach, employment services, day habilitation programs, clubhouses, and crisis intervention services. Vinfen employs approximately 2,600-3,300 dedicated professionals who deliver person-centered care through innovative service models. The organization operates Community Behavioral Health Centers offering 24/7 crisis intervention, outpatient therapy, and medication management. With annual revenues exceeding $250 million, Vinfen is recognized as one of the largest nonprofit employers in Massachusetts and has received numerous awards for excellence in health and human services, including recognition as a Top Place to Work by The Boston Globe.