Residential Support Counselor (Isaiah House)
Adelbrook · Middletown, Connecticut, US
JOB SUMMARY: The Residential Support Counselor (RSC) supports a nonprofit agency dedicated to provides direct care, guidance, and behavioral support to child...
Job description
JOB SUMMARY: The Residential Support Counselor (RSC) supports a nonprofit agency dedicated to provides direct care, guidance, and behavioral support to children, adolescents, and young adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and/or Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD). This role ensures a safe, high-quality, structured, trauma-informed care in a therapeutic, supportive, and person-centered environment while fostering independence and life skills development. The RSC will implement behavior management strategies, assist with daily living activities, and support residents in residential, group homes, and community settings. WORK SCHEDULE: Adelbrook is a 24/7 operating Agency. Schedules are flexible, may include early mornings, evenings, overnights, weekdays, weekends, holidays, mandated overtime, mandated holds, and on call responsibilities. The RSC reports to the program designated supervisor. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES: - Monitor and support residents' behavior using trauma-informed care and positive reinforcement techniques. - Implement individualized behavioral support plans (PBSP) to promote skill-building and adaptation of positive alternative behavior...