Residential Counselor
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on79, Prospect Street, Holliston, Middlesex County, Massachusetts, 01746, United States
About BAMSI
Founded in Brockton, MA in 1975, BAMSI is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to "bringing people and services together." We have grown into one of the most trusted organizations working with children, families, individuals, and seniors to enrich their lives. Each year, our organization impacts the lives of more than 50,000 individuals.
At its core, BAMSI is about building connections. Our mission is to meet each person where they are so they can learn, grow, and thrive. We are committed to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Justice, and Accessibility, striving to create a holistic system of care and to abolish the stigmas surrounding mental illness, disability, and addiction.
About the Role
As a Residential Counselor, you will provide rehabilitative support to adults in Group Living Environments (GLE). This role is designed to foster skills for daily living and community integration, allowing residents to achieve greater independence. You will be part of a collaborative team dedicated to dignity, respect, and evidence-based practices.
In this position, you will make a direct impact on residents' growth by teaching essential activities of daily living (ADLs), such as cooking, budgeting, and medication management, alongside socialization skills. Working under clinician guidance, you will implement treatment plans and behavioral interventions, advocate for residents' needs, and model healthy coping strategies. Your day-to-day work involves maintaining a safe, clean home environment, completing timely documentation, and transporting residents to appointments and community activities.
Why Join Us?
We offer purpose-driven work where you can see the tangible results of your support. BAMSI provides hands-on training and support to help you earn your MAP (Medication Administration Program) certification and develop new, in-demand skills. We foster a culture where you can grow through career development opportunities and highly specialized paid trainings.
Hiring Process
Candidates must be willing to complete employer-provided training and successfully obtain MAP certification within three months if not currently certified. We look for individuals with compassion, patience, and a commitment to trauma-informed care. Those with lived experience or multilingual abilities (e.g., Spanish, Portuguese) are particularly encouraged to apply.
Equal Opportunity
BAMSI is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment. We consider qualified applicants regardless of background, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
Work location
Work model: On-site
79, Prospect Street, Holliston, Middlesex County, Massachusetts, 01746, United States
Holliston, Massachusetts
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleProvide rehabilitative support to adults in Group Living Environments
- check_circleTeach ADLs including cooking, budgeting, and medication management
- check_circleImplement treatment plans and behavioral interventions under clinician guidance
- check_circleTransport residents to appointments and community activities
- check_circleMaintain a safe, clean home environment and complete timely documentation
- check_circleAdvocate for residents' needs and model healthy coping strategies
- check_circleAdminister and supervise medications according to MAP guidelines
Requirements
- verifiedHigh school diploma or GED
- verifiedValid driver's license
- verifiedMAP (Medication Administration Program) certification required or willingness to obtain within 3 months
- verifiedBasic computer proficiency
- verifiedStrong English communication skills
Nice to Have
Direct care experience. Lived experience or multilingual abilities (e.g., Spanish, Portuguese).
Benefits & Perks
check_circle4 weeks combined vacation, personal and cultural holidaycheck_circle12 paid holidayscheck_circle2 weeks Sick Timecheck_circleHighly Specialized Paid Trainings including opportunity to earn CEUsHSA and Competitive Benefit Package
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Map Certification, Medication Administration, Adls, Cooking, Budgeting, Medication Management, Socialization Skills, Treatment Plans, Behavioral Interventions, Documentation.
Education: High school diploma or GED required.
Frequently asked questions about Residential Counselor at BAMSI
What does a Residential Counselor at BAMSI do?expand_more
Day-to-day, the Residential Counselor at BAMSI will provide rehabilitative support to adults in group living environments; teach adls including cooking, budgeting, and medication management; implement treatment plans and behavioral interventions under clinician guidance; and transport residents to appointments and community activities.
What are the requirements for this Residential Counselor role?expand_more
To qualify for the Residential Counselor at BAMSI position, applicants should have: High school diploma or GED; Valid driver's license; MAP (Medication Administration Program) certification required or willingness to obtain within 3 months; Basic computer proficiency; and Strong English communication skills.
Where is the Residential Counselor role at BAMSI located?expand_more
Residential Counselor at BAMSI is based in 79, Prospect Street, Holliston, Middlesex County, Massachusetts, 01746, United States. This is a on-site role.
Is this Residential Counselor job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more
BAMSI has listed this Residential Counselor role as on-site.
How much experience is required for this Residential Counselor role?expand_more
Candidates for Residential Counselor at BAMSI should have mid level.
What skills do you need for the Residential Counselor role at BAMSI?expand_more
Key skills for Residential Counselor at BAMSI include Map Certification; Medication Administration; Adls; Cooking; Budgeting; Medication Management; Socialization Skills; and Treatment Plans.
What education is required for Residential Counselor at BAMSI?expand_more
Educational requirements for this role: High school diploma or GED required.
What category does the Residential Counselor role belong to?expand_more
Residential Counselor at BAMSI is part of the social work job category on Recrutus.