Residential Counselor I Details

Residential Counselor I

P.E.O.P.L.E., LLC - Fredericksburg, VA

Employment Type : Full-Time

Full-time and Part-time Residential Counselors provide direct support to adults with intellectual disabilities in a group home setting.

Examples of Principle Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Instructs and assists residents in basic independent living skills such as but not limited to; hygiene, self care, housekeeping, laundry, safety, nutrition, social interaction, behavior, and communication.

2. Leads and assists residents in social and leisure activities within the home and in the community.

3. Provides transportation for residents in a company vehicle.

4. Provides support for medical needs such as appointments, dispensing of medication, and documentation of medication.

5. Physically assists residents as needed.

6. Maintains progress notes, logs, and various forms of documentation as directed. Effectively communicates notes and behavior to co-workers and supervisors.

7. Implementation and monitoring of Individual Service Plans in collaboration with residents, supervisors, co-workers, case management, family, and other service providers.

8. Professionally represents the company with family members, case management, licensure, and the community at large.

Full-time candidates must have relevant experience in one of the following; group homes, working with or caring for individuals with disabilities, mental health, health care, nursing homes, or psychology. Part-time candidates are preferred to have similar experience, however, it may not be required of applicants that display quality characteristics suitable for the position. There is a minimum education requirement of a high school diploma or GED for both full-time and part-time positions. Candidates will need to hold a valid and unrestricted driver's license and will be subject to regulatory requirements, including background checks, if selected for a position.

Candidates must be able to work a variable schedule consisting of evenings, overnights, and rotating weekends. Evening shifts typically run from 12pm-10pm. Overnight shifts typically run from 10pm-8am. This current opening will consist of 3 overnight shifts per week. If the candidate would like full-time work, an evening shift may be added to obtain full-time status.

P.E.O.P.L.E., LLC is a career oriented company with a deep passion for the work that we do and the individuals that we support. We strive to provide our employees with a happy and balanced work life that will allow them to carry out this passion for years to come. We offer benefits to our full-time employees, including affordable health insurance and paid vacations. If you want to become part of a progressive company in a rewarding field, this may be the opportunity you have been waiting for!

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We offer a $600 safety bonus to vaccinated employees! Ask us for details during your interview!

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: Up to $31,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift

Supplemental Pay:

• Bonus pay

COVID-19 considerations:
We have taken many precautions to protect staff and residents. Staff are required to wear masks. Enhanced cleaning and disinfection procedures are in place. COVID-19 vaccines are highly encouraged.

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Direct Support: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Shift availability:

• Night Shift (Preferred)
• Overnight Shift (Required)

Work Location:

• One location

Work Remotely:

• No