Resident Counselor - Medical
Community Resources for JusticeMassachusetts, United States
Posted May 1, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Community Resources for Justice (CRJ) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of people with intellectual disabilities and ex-offenders through residential care, re-entry programs, and policy advocacy. For more than a century, CRJ has delivered high-quality group-home services, supported individuals in transitioning back into society, and partnered with lawmakers to advance criminal-justice reform. The organization distinguishes itself through a compassionate, diverse workforce and a strong commitment to employee development, offering programs such as Emerging Leaders and extensive benefits. CRJ's culture of care and innovation makes it an attractive place for professionals who want to make a lasting impact in community health and safety.
Job Description
To support individuals in attaining the highest quality of life while maintaining their safety across all settings.
Requirements
- Implement Positive Behavior Supports (PBS)
- Report any significant issues using the on-call hierarchy
- Implements and follows individuals' Behavior Skills Plans
- Implements and follows EO509 Dining Guidelines
- Participated in and completed Licensing and Certification paperwork
- Follows and Implements individuals' daily schedules
- Enhance an individual's development by providing job coaching
- Maintain appropriate and professional boundaries with the individuals
- Involving individuals in social and vocational opportunities
- Implementing Individual Service Plan (ISP) objectives
- Promote a high quality of living for the individuals
- Able to support and accompany individuals in the community
- Record accurate and quality data on each individual throughout the shift
- Provides supervision of the individuals and ensures their safety
- Promote a high quality of living that includes routine maintenance/housekeeping
- Provide Transportation for individuals
- Perform verbal or physical interventions as needed to ensure safety
- Conduct physical restraints as needed
- Maintain HIPAA, Confidentiality and Cyber Security
- Extended standing, sitting, running and lifting as needed to ensure safety
Benefits
- Paid Time Off
- 401k Matching
- Retirement Plan