DDS Awake Overnight Counselor - Saunders Street
Open Sky Community Services · Gardner, Massachusetts, US
Description and Responsibilities Open Sky supports adults with developmental and intellectual challenges who are referred by the Department of Developmental...
Job description
Description and Responsibilities Open Sky supports adults with developmental and intellectual challenges who are referred by the Department of Developmental Services. Our mission is to provide homes that are safe, nurturing, and address the individual’s personal needs and preferences. Every individual in an Open Sky residential program is encouraged to play an active role in community life, whether it be by volunteering, taking classes, participating in group outings, or joining a health club. Our dedicated staff ensures that individuals have the necessary supports and skills to build a successful and satisfying life in the community while enabling individuals to lead meaningful and active lives. Awake Overnight Counselors support individuals with a developmental disability and/or mental illness live as independently as possible, while providing guidance and performing various levels of assisted daily living skills. Counselors act as strong advocates for individuals served and understand the importance of community integration. Other Key Responsibilities: The organization recognizes skills, location, training and population served in certain programs by offering an additional hourl...