Day Counselor
Day Counselor
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10-04-2025
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Job Description
Responsive recruiter
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- Training & development
- Tuition assistance
- Vision insurance
Meaningful Day Counselor Job Coach
Vocational Services
Full Time
Location: Greenfield MA
Pay: $19$21 (Based on MAP Certification)
Vocational Services
Full Time
Location: Greenfield MA
Pay: $19$21 (Based on MAP Certification)
The Meaningful Day Counselor plays a vital role in coordinating and implementing individualized communitybased activities vocational exploration and personal care support for adults with developmental disabilities and autism including those with higher behavioral and medical support needs.
Key Responsibilities:
Individualized Behavioral & Personal Care Support:
Individualized Behavioral & Personal Care Support:
- Provide direct personal care assistance (e.g. toileting hygiene mobility feeding) as needed for program participants.
- Implement behavioral interventions and deescalation strategies as part of an individualized support plan.
- Utilize positive behavior support techniques to promote engagement and independence.
Vocational & Community Engagement:
- Support participants in vocational activities social skills development and employment readiness.
- Provide oneonone coaching for individuals with higher needs ensuring success in community and work settings.
- Participate in and monitor work crews adjusting tasks based on individual abilities and behavioral needs.
Recreational & Therapeutic Activities:
- Facilitate group and individual educational skillbuilding and therapeutic activities tailored to participant interests and needs.
- Access and develop evidencebased curriculum to use in structured learning and socialization sessions.
Behavioral Management & Crisis Intervention:
- Implement individualized behavior plans and interventions in collaboration with clinical teams.
- Use calm professional deescalation techniques to manage behavioral incidents.
Medication Administration:
- Assist with and monitor medication administration procedures (MAP certification preferred or willingness to obtain).
Transportation & Community Safety:
- Transport participants safely to community activities appointments and outings.
- Ensure participant safety in community settings following risk management protocols.
Collaboration & Documentation:
- Maintain detailed progress notes and documentation for each individual ensuring compliance with treatment plans.
- Collaborate with families clinicians and interdisciplinary teams to support participant goals.
- Other duties as assigned by program management.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities autism and complex behavioral needs in a day program residential or community setting.
- Ability to provide personal care assistance and handson support with ADLs.
- Training in behavioral support and deescalation techniques (or willingness to obtain).
- MAP certification preferred (or willingness to obtain).
- Strong communication and problemsolving skills to work independently in a community setting.
- Valid drivers license reliable transportation.
- High School Diploma or GED required; Associates Degree preferred.
Benefits:
- Paid orientation and trainings.
- Generous timeoff package.
- Comprehensive health and dental insurance plans.
- 403(B)retirement plan with employer matching.
- Longterm disability benefits; paid life insurance.
- Advancement opportunities; tuition assistance; and several more benefit options.
About ServiceNet
ServiceNet is a compassionate nonprofit organization that helps individuals facing challenges such as mental illness developmental disabilities brain injuries homelessness and substance use issues. With our dedicated staff members we work together to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others.
Want to learn more about ServiceNet
is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin disability or veteran status.
is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin disability or veteran status.
Compensation: $19.00 $21.00 per hour
At ServiceNet you will make a real difference. Whether youre working in residential direct care clinical care peer support or other valuable roles youll be part of a compassionate team dedicated to supporting our community.
And with over 1500 employees and 100 programs across western Massachusetts were confident theres a role thats the right fit for you.
ServiceNet is a nonprofit agency supporting people with mental health challenges developmental disabilities brain injuries homelessness and more. We offer great benefits room to grow and plenty of rewarding opportunities. Wed love for you to join us!
Not sure which job might beright for you No problem! Email to speak with a hiring manager today.
Employment Type
Full-Time
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