Residential Counselor (Direct Care) - Medical

Overview

BAMSI is a 501(c) 3 nonprofit organization founded in Brockton, Massachusetts, with a vision of driving change and creating equal opportunities for individuals with developmental disabilities and mental and behavioral health challenges. Brockton Area Multi-Services, Inc. (BAMSI) was incorporated on March 21, 1975 as South Shore Multi-Services Inc., under Chapter 180 of the Massachusetts General Laws, as a not-for-profit human service organization. On July 9, 1975, it changed its name to Brockton Area Multi-Services, Inc. It was formed for the development, coordination, and delivery of integrated human service programs, and according to its website, its mission is "to empower people and enrich their lives, through compassionate support and diverse services, one individual, one family a time." BAMSI employees up to 2,000 people and operates adult, child, and family services, assisting approximately 30,000 individuals each year in Worcester, Middlesex, Norfolk, Bristol, and Plymouth Counties.

BAMSI is committed to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Justice, and Access for all; to creating a holistic system of care that meets people where they are; and abolishing the stigmas surrounding mental illness, disability, and addiction.

We strive to offer valuable benefits that promote a healthy work/life balance and add value to our employees' lives. Our comprehensive benefits include:

• Generous Time Off Package

• up to 4 weeks combined vacation, personal and cultural holiday

• 12 paid holidays

• up to 2 weeks Sick Time

• Highly Specialized Paid Trainings including opportunity to earn CEUs

• Health and Dental Insurance

• Life, Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance

• 403B plan with discretionary match

• Wellness Activities

• Employee Assistance Program

• Career Development Opportunities

• Available benefits are based on position and scheduled hours.

Responsibilities

$18+/hr

40 hrs Sunday-Thursday 3p-11p

This position is located in Kingston, MA

Do you have an interest in health-care and would like the opportunity to work alongside nurses providing care to people with unique medical needs? BAMSI's community based group homes are designed to support up to five individuals in a large comfortable home setting . Our Residential Counselors work alongside a nurse on shift to provide a caring, socially stimulating and interactive home environment for the individuals we serve. This position provides personal care, van transportation to appointments and community outings and requires daily documentation of activities and progress toward goals.

Must have a high school diploma/GED, valid driver's license in state of residence and a desire to provide direct care and support.

BAMSI is a private, non-profit culturally diverse human services organization providing services to adults and children with developmental disabilities, mental illness, behavioral health, and public health needs. We at BAMSI believe that those we serve are capable of amazing things and deserve our best. We support them in their journeys and celebrate their accomplishments along the way.

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:

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.,

• Ensure individuals' nutritional needs are met according to prescribed diet. Assist with feeding as necessary.

• Use supportive and adaptive, health-related protections/equipment as prescribed. Clean equipment as directed.

• 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.

• Assist individuals with planning and implementing community based activities and group activities within the home.

• Create opportunities to teach and support financial and safety skills. Encourage skill building to promote increased independence.

• Assist in the development and implementation of Individual Service Plans (ISP's) including implementation of behavioral plans and medication treatment plans.

• Assist individuals with maintaining the cleanliness and neatness of indoor and outdoor areas.

• 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.

• Using approved techniques and only as necessary, restrains individuals to prevent injury to themselves and others.. Communication, Documentation & Teamwork

• 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.

Qualifications

EDUCATION/CREDENTIALS:

• High school diploma or equivalency, Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred.

EXPERIENCE:

• Previous experience working with individuals with developmental and/or physical disabilities preferred.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• 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.

BAMSI conducts as needed, job-related background checks (e.g., may include but is not limited to fingerprints, drug testing, TB testing, verification of employment history and/or reference checks) prior to employment.

EEO

We at BAMSI appreciate your interest and consideration of roles in our organization. BAMSI is an equal opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, age, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, protected veteran or military status and regardless of whether the qualified applicants are individuals with disabilities. EEO is the Law http://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/poster.cfm Reasonable Accommodations for Applying/Recruitment Reasonable accommodations are adjustments made to remove workplace obstacles for qualified individuals with disabilities to apply for and perform their jobs. Applicants who qualify under the Americans with Disabilities Act, as amended, may be eligible for a reasonable accommodation in BAMSI's application and selection process. A request for an accommodation will not affect opportunities for employment within BAMSI. Arrangements can be made if you have a disability that requires an accommodation for completing an application form, interviewing or any part of the employment process. Requesting accommodations, in writing or verbally,