Job Description
Job Description
Residential Counselor
BAMSI (Brockton Area Multi-Services, Inc.)
Location: Brockton, MA
Job Type: Full-time
Schedule: 40hrs - Tue-Sat 3p-11p
Pay: $20 - $23 (Pay differentials will be applied for MAP and/or CNA certifications, and for Weekend shifts)
Benefits
- Up to 4 weeks of combined vacation, personal, and cultural time.
- 12 paid holidays + up to 2 weeks of sick time.
- 403(b) retirement plan with discretionary match.
- Health, dental, life, and disability insurance.
- Voluntary benefits (vision, legal, accident, critical illness).
- Paid trainings and CEU opportunities.
- Career development support.
- Employee Assistance Program and wellness activities.
*This position is union represented by a bargaining unit of the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees. (AFSME).
About BAMSI
BAMSI is a leading human services organization dedicated to enriching the lives of individuals and families across Massachusetts. We value diversity, equity, inclusion, and access for all. Join a team that celebrates differences and empowers growth.
Job Summary
As a Residential Counselor, you will support individuals with developmental and/or physical disabilities in a home setting. Help them build independence, develop life skills, and engage meaningfully with their community.
Responsibilities
- Assist with personal care (bathing, grooming, mobility, hygiene).
- Support daily living tasks (cooking, cleaning, shopping, money management).
- Encourage independence and self-advocacy.
- Facilitate community involvement and relationships.
- Implement Individual Service Plans (ISPs) and behavioral supports.
- Administer medications per MAP guidelines.
- Provide transportation to appointments, programs, and social activities.
- Communicate using tools suited to individual needs (email, tablets, letter boards).
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- CNA, Associate’s, or Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Valid driver’s license with clean driving record.
- Ability to lift 25–75 lbs and perform physical tasks.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Basic computer proficiency (Microsoft Office).
BAMSI conducts as needed, job-related background checks (may include, but is not limited to, fingerprints, drug testing, TB testing, verification of employment history and/or reference checks) prior to employment.
BAMSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage individuals of all backgrounds and abilities to apply.
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