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Job description
Residential Relief CounselorAs a Residential Relief Counselor, you will provide direct care to consumers with psychiatric / persistent mental illness or developmental disabilities in a residential setting. In your role, you will work with consumers, their families, and their support team to help improve their lives through building confidence, independence, and quality of life.Relief Staff have the ability to set their own schedule based on preference and availability, along with the freedom to work in many settings and locations. You can work as many as 40 hours per week. Relief is an excellent and flexible entry-level opportunity for students, or those with varying schedules, seeking to start a career in the Human Services field.What you'll do:Administer medication according to the Medication Administration Plan (MAP)Schedule or assist consumers in scheduling routine and preventative medical appointmentsAssist consumers with daily living activities, self-help skills, and socializationParticipate in housekeeping and maintenance of the house and vehicle.Comply with mandatory staffing ratio of the program at all times.What you'll need:Education: High school degree or GED requiredBachelor's Degree in related field preferredExperience: One to two years human services experience with similar population preferredSkills: Valid Massachusetts driver's license preferred;Must be MAP certified, CPR/first aide certified within five continuous months of employment/date of hire (training provided)
Worksite address
boston, MA, 02108, US
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