Residence Counselor

CP Unlimited

Poughkeepsie, NYFull-time$18/hrSeen 3w ago

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Compensation
$18/hr
Location
Poughkeepsie, NY
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

CP Unlimited is hiring a Residence Counselor. The Residence Counselor provides activities of daily living and programming services to individuals residing in community residential programs, ensuring their well‑being, safety, and support with personal care, medication administration, and community outings.

Key focus areas include Ensure overall well‑being and safety of individuals served, Assist participants with activities of daily living including toileting, grooming, oral hygiene, meal programs, and specialized medical needs, and Administer medications as needed and accurately document administration per agency policies.

Important skills include Assist With Activities Of Daily Living, Administer Medications, Support Use Of Assistive Devices, Monitor Physical And Emotional Conditions, Accompany Individuals To Appointments And Outings, and Maintain Staffing Ratios And Overtime Availability.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Assist With Activities of Daily LivingAdminister MedicationsSupport Use of Assistive DevicesMonitor Physical and Emotional ConditionsAccompany Individuals to Appointments and OutingsMaintain Staffing Ratios and Overtime Availability

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED2+ Years Experience With Developmental DisabilitiesValid New York State Driver’s LicenseMust Meet Agency Insurability RequirementsMust Be Able to Stand and Sit for Prolonged PeriodsMust Be Able to Lift Transfer and Transport Individuals

Full job description

Residence Counselor

Type of Position Full time

Search Location(s) Poughkeepsie, NY

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Job Brief

The Residence Counselor will provide activities of daily living and programming services to individuals who reside in Community Residential Programs.

Shift Worked:

M, Th-Sa: 3p-11p & Su: 11p-7a

Weekly Hours:

37.5

FLSA Status:

Non Exempt

Pay range:

$18.00 hr -$18.00 hr

Position Duties

Duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Ensure the overall well-being and safety of the individuals served.

  • Assist participants with activities of daily living (ADLs), including toileting, grooming, oral hygiene, meal programs, and any specialized medical needs as required.

  • Administer medications as needed and accurately document administration in accordance with agency policies.

  • Support the use of special equipment and assistive devices.

  • Monitor and respond appropriately to changes in individuals’ physical or emotional conditions.

  • Accompany individuals to medical appointments, day programs, recreational activities, and other community outings as required.

  • Maintain required staffing ratios by being available for mandatory overtime when necessary.

  • Perform all other related duties as assigned.

Physical Expectations

  • Must be able to stand and/or sit for prolonged periods.

  • Must be able to lift, transfer, and transport individuals as needed.

  • Must be capable of performing the full range of physical tasks required for the role.

Requirements

Education:

  • High School Diploma or GED preferred.

Preferred Experience:

  • Minimum of 2 years of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities is preferred.

License:

  • Valid New York State Driver’s License.

  • Must meet agency requirements for insurability.

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