Gandara Center · 3 months ago
Residential Counselor I | Developmental Disability Services
Springfield, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
1+ years expGandara Center is dedicated to providing opportunities in Behavioral Health and Community Based Clinical services. They are seeking a Residential Counselor I to work with their Developmental Disability Services team, promoting the dignity and rights of individuals with developmental/intellectual disabilities while providing support and training.
Health CareMental HealthNon ProfitPsychology
Responsibilities
To attend scheduled clinical and staff meetings and actively participate to determine treatment plans, re-evaluate case needs and goals, and develop skills
To maintain client records in accordance with standard format and timetables
To attend scheduled supervisory meetings with Program Manager
To maintain progress notes on each consumer for the shift which staff worked
To represent the dignity of each individual through vigorous promotion of the human and civil rights, which, in part, strives to keep people free from abuse and/or neglect
To assist members daily in the enhancement of their ADL (activities of daily living) skills through practical experience and training both individually and in groups
To promote the rights of people with developmental/intellectual disabilities to exercise choice and to make meaningful decisions in their lives
To provide appropriate, safe responses to emergency situations when necessary
To provide case management, outreach and advocacy to members, and be accountable for the quality and quantity of casework
To develop strong, supportive relationships with the individuals
To provide for individual care and safety, and observe all safety measures
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent required
Must have valid driver's license and safe driving history
Must have availability of an automobile to transport individuals or perform other supportive services as necessary
Preferred
Associates degree or bachelor's degree in human service field preferred
At least one year of experience working with psychiatric clients preferred
Prefer bilingual (English/Spanish)
Benefits
Retirement Plan 403(b)
Health, Dental, Vision, Pet and Life Insurance
Paid vacations
Paid holidays
8 discretionary days
Mileage Reimbursement
Career Growth Opportunities
Culturally Diverse population
Clinical Licensing Support
Company
Gandara Center
Gandara Center is a nonprofit group that offers mental health, human and civil rights, psychotherapy, diagnostic assessments and treatment.
501-1000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Luis Colon
Talent Acquisition Business Partner
Melissa Marieb, PHR (she/her)
Sr. Human Resources Business Partner
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