DDS Residential Counselor - Fisher Road - Full-time

DDS Residential Counselor - Fisher Road

US-MA-Fitchburg

Job ID: 2024-9007
Type: Regular Full-Time
# of Openings: 4
Category: Direct Care
Women's Residence

Overview

At Open Sky Community Services, we open our doors, hearts, and minds to the belief that every individual, regardless of perceived limitations, deserves the chance to live a productive and fulfilling life.

Open Sky is on an anti-racist journey, committed to learning, living, and breathing inclusion, opportunity, diversity, racial equity, and justice for ALL.

At Open Sky, you’ll join over 1,300 compassionate and highly trained professionals who put innovative, evidence-based practices to work in ways that positively impact our communities across Central Massachusetts and beyond.

As a trauma-informed organization, Open Sky strives for transparency and sensitivity to the experiences of those we interact with. Self-care is encouraged, and we are committed to providing a positive work culture that is focused on continuous learning and the value of diverse perspectives.

Open Sky is proud to be an industry leader in pay and benefits. Open the Door to Possibility and begin your career with Open Sky today!

Benefits of Working for Open Sky Include:

• Excellent Supervision (Individual and Group), Professional Development, and Training Opportunities
• Generous paid time off plan – you start with 29 days (almost 6 weeks!) in your first year, including 12 paid holidays. Increases to 32 days in your 2nd year, and the current maximum is 43 days (OVER 8 WEEKS!)
• We pay for your higher education! Ask about our Tuition Reimbursement Program, and reimbursement for a variety of Human Services certifications.
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Prescription Plan
• 403b Retirement Plan with Employer Match
• Life Insurance (100% Employer-Paid)
• Eligible employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program
• And more!

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.

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Responsibilities

Open Sky’s Acquired Brain Injury programs serve adults with acquired brain injury and physical disabilities who are referred by the Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission. The MRC Women’s Program at Fisher Road provides individualized services to 4 adult women in a 24-hour residential program setting. The individuals require staff assistance for most activities of daily living and personal care. Individuals may also have medical needs that require staff to have special training such as MAP and G-TUBE, which is free of cost and provided by Open Sky.

The Residential Counselor supports individuals to live as independently as possible, while providing evidence-based treatment and care, within a group living environment. Counselors assist individuals with daily routines, implement all prescribed medical and medication protocols and assist in developing individualized service plans.

Other Key Responsibilities:

• Assist individuals to access and/or provide transportation.
• Implement all service and behavior plans.
• Facilitate activities that contribute to the development of valued roles and personal relationships in the community.
• Implement all procedures that ensure the health, safety, and well-being of individuals.
• Assist individuals to access and/or provide transportation.
• Review and complete all required documentation.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent. Alternative education/experience in lieu of formal education will be considered.
• Valid Driver’s License and acceptable driving record.
• Reliability, willingness to learn, and being open to new opportunities.

Compensation details: 18.25 Hourly Wage

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