Residential Counselor – Per Diem

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Per Diem Residential Counselor providing support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a residential setting while building independence skills.

Posted 5/17/2026part-timeRandolph • Massachusetts • 🇺🇸 United StatesJunior💰 $18 - $22 per hourWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide direct support to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a small group residential setting or individual living arrangement.
Work together with the people served, their families, friends, employers, and other support staff to transform their lives by building independence skills or increasing quality of life.
Administer medication under the Medication Administration Program (MAP), implement treatment plans, and assist with activities of daily living, such as cooking and household chores.
Provide transportation for outings such as shopping and doctor's appointments.

Requirements

What you’ll need

One to three months experience in a human services setting.
A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
Valid driver’s license must be presented at the time of employment.
Must be at least 21 years of age, have maintained a valid US driver’s license for at least one year, and must be able to pass a driver’s screening background check.
First Aid is required within two weeks of hire
CPR is required within two weeks of hire
MAP is required within 150 days of hire

Benefits

Comp & perks

Professional Development
Hiring Events
External Referral Program

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Hard Skills & Tools

medication administrationtreatment plan implementationactivities of daily living assistance

Soft Skills

interpersonal skillscommunication skillsteamworkproblem-solvingempathy

Certifications

First AidCPRMedication Administration Program (MAP)