Residential Counselor - Direct Care - Full Time

Company: BAMSI
Location: Plymouth
Posted on: February 25, 2019

Job Description:

Position No. 2312EM Req No. 18-0593 Title Residential Counselor - Direct Care - Full Time Location East Russell Mills Rd Ply City Plymouth Pay Range $15/hr Scheduled Hours 40 Schedule Tue-Sat 3p-11p Company Info Same Day Job Offers - $15 per hour We are looking for caring and motivated people to become Residential Counselors at BAMSI. You will work with others in a team environment supporting up to five individuals with disabilities. As an employee you will teach social and coping skills, promote independence and assist with activities of daily living in the home and in the community. This position provides personal care, van transportation to appointments and community outings and requires daily documentation of activities and progress toward goals. Paid comprehensive introductory and on-going training is provided, including certification in behavior support techniques. It is a rewarding opportunity for people wanting to make a real difference in the lives of others. Full time (40 hours per week) direct care providers are eligible for up to 15 days of combined paid vacation, personal days and a cultural day with 11 paid holidays in addition to a separate sick time bank. Description Schedule: Tue-Sat 3p-11p Essential Functions: To assist disabled and/or brain injured adults living in supervised residential settings in order to ensure their safety and well-being in a manner that promotes growth, independence and dignity. Responsibilities: Direct Care 1. Assist individuals to complete personal care tasks, which include, but are not limited to: toileting, showering/bathing, grooming, personal hygiene, assisting with mobility, repositioning, dressing, and range of motion exercises. 2. Support individuals in the completion of Activities of Daily Living (ADL) tasks, which include but are not limited to: cooking, cleaning, general maintenance, shopping and money management. 3. Utilize Positive Behavior Supports (PBS) practices, to create a thoughtful and supportive environment by ensuring activities, plans, and routines reflect the preferences, needs and goals of individuals. 4. Follow the Department of Public Health's (DPH) Medication Administration Program (MAP) policies, which include, but are not limited to: training requirements, medication administration, medication security, and corresponding documentation., 5. Ensure individuals' nutritional needs are met according to prescribed diet. Assist with feeding as necessary. 6. Use supportive and adaptive, health-related protections/equipment as prescribed. Clean equipment as directed. 7. Learn and utilize communication tools which include but are not limited to email, tablets, letter boards, etc.) taking into consideration the method most suited to individual needs. 8. Assist individuals with planning and implementing community based activities and group activities within the home. 9. Create opportunities to teach and support financial and safety skills. Encourage skill building to promote increased independence. 10. Assist in the development and implementation of Individual Service Plans (ISP's) including implementation of behavioral plans and medication treatment plans. 11. Assist individuals with maintaining the cleanliness and neatness of indoor and outdoor areas. 12. Transport individuals served to and from day programs, medical appointments and other activities as required. maintains a valid driver's license in primary state of residence and follows the requirements of BAMSI Safe Driver Policy PE-48-12. 13. Using approved techniques and only as necessary, restrains individuals to prevent injury to themselves and others Communication, Documentation & Teamwork 14. Follow funder and agency protocol for reporting alleged abuse and/or neglect. 15. Record data by the conclusion of each shift. Documentation requirements include, but are not limited to: financial audits, medication records, ISP data, behavior data, and behavior tracking. 16. Facilitate and document fire drills as instructed by the Program Manager or designee, and the program's Safety Plan. 17. Fulfill case management responsibilities as assigned by program manager, including those related to medical and legal concerns. 18. Ensure client safety and compliance with program standards for staff coverage, including assistance to the Administrator-On-Call whenever possible. 19. Maintain knowledge of ongoing program issues and developments as well as informing supervisor of program issues and concerns. 20. Communicate in a professional and respectful manner. 21. Work in other residential programs when needed. May work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed. 22. Assist with training employees new to the program. 23. Treat all individuals, employees, and visitors with respect and dignity. 24. Attend and participate in monthly staff meetings. Other 25. Follow funder regulations and adhere to all BAMSI policies. 26. Understand and utilize universal/standard precautions and instruction on how to stay safe in areas that constitute risk. 27. Complete all other duties as requested. Requirements --- High school diploma or equivalency, Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred. Previous experience working with individuals with developmental and/or physical disabilities preferred. Ability to record data using a computer, enter time worked into an electronic system and receive and send email required. A valid driver's license in state of residence and satisfactory driving record. Ability to comprehend materials related to medication administration, ISP's, PBS and ADL programs. Ability to speak and write English clearly and accurately in order to keep documentation up to date and understandable. Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing with persons served, families, service providers and case managers. Ability to lift, transfer, push/pull, maneuver, and reposition 25 pounds. Ability to reach, bend, stand, sit and walk; perform fine motor activities. Work effectively in a moderate to occasionally loud work environment. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP here. The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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