Residential Counselor

Vinfen

Residential Counselor providing direct support and training for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Collaborating with families and support staff in a residential setting to improve quality of life.

Posted 4/21/2026part-timeWindsor • Connecticut • 🇺🇸 United StatesJunior💰 $21 per hourWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provides direct support to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a small group residential setting or an individual living arrangement.
Works together with the people we serve, their families, friends, employers, and other support staff.
Assists in developing, implementing, and documenting treatment, including ISP/IPs and clinical programs.
Provides training and support to persons served, including rehabilitative and behavioral interventions.
Plans recreational and social activities to promote the emotional well-being of persons served.

Requirements

What you’ll need

At least one year of experience and/or training in a related function is preferred.
A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
Driving is a requirement for this position using either a Vinfen van or personal vehicle.
You must possess and maintain adequate insurance as well as maintain a safe driving record which is subject to annual checks.
A valid driver's license must be presented at the time of employment.
Incumbents must be at least 21 years of age, have maintained a valid US driver's license for at least six months, and must be able to pass a driver's screening background check.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Professional Development
Hiring Events
External Referral Program

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Hard Skills & Tools

treatment documentationISP/IP developmentbehavioral interventionsrehabilitative supportrecreational planning

Soft Skills

interpersonal skillscommunication skillsteam collaborationemotional support

Certifications

high school diplomavalid driver's license