Resi Support Counselor (Cromwell House)

Job Description

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY :

The Residential Support Counselor (RSC) supports a nonprofit agency dedicated to provides

direct care, guidance, and behavioral support to children, adolescents, and young adults with

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and / or Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD).

This role ensures a safe, high-quality, structured, trauma-informed care in a therapeutic,

supportive, and person-centered environment while fostering independence and life skills

development. The RSC will implement behavior management strategies, assist with daily living

activities, and support residents in residential, group homes, and community settings.

WORK SCHEDULE :

Adelbrook is a 24 / 7 operating Agency. Schedules are flexible, may include early mornings,

evenings, overnights, weekdays, weekends, holidays, mandated overtime, mandated holds, and

on call responsibilities. The RSC reports to the program designated supervisor.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES :

• Monitor and support residents' behavior using trauma-informed care and positive

reinforcement techniques.

adaptation of positive alternative behaviors.

Training (PMT) techniques.

meal preparation, and household tasks.

socialization and personal growth.

integration programs.

incident reports in the Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.

consistent support for residents.

mandatory reporting and documentation.

required levels of Physical and Psychological Management Training (PMT). Apply

training techniques appropriately to ensure the safety and well-being of individuals

served, staff, and others in the environment. Demonstrate competency in de-escalation

strategies, safe physical interventions, and adherence to agency protocols.

ensuring proper supervision of residents.

includes being sent to alternative locations for appropriate level of supervision, medical care,

and / or medication administration.

continuity of care for individuals served. This includes remaining on duty beyond scheduled shifts

when necessary due to unforeseen staffing shortages or emergencies

management.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITES :

SKILLS :

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KNOWLEDGE :

integration.

and safety procedures.

plans.

ABILITIES :

residents with mobility).

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND OTHER QUALIFICATIONS :

or a related human services field.

developmental disabilities in a residential or community setting.

teams.

as needed.

intervention).

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS :

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