Schedule: Mon-Fri, 9am-3pm Salary: $ 19.50 / hour The IDN Counselor assists in the implementation of individual's IP individualized day non-vocational (IDN) goals and with emphasis toward community activities and engagement. She or he provides support and guidance to persons served in their residential home and in the community. IDN is an alternative day service, for Individuals that are not able/willing to participate in a group setting or a traditional day service. Individuals are supported 1:1 with staff and will have specific goals to accomplish during the daytime hours (generally 9:00am-3:00pm). IDN Counselors will engage and support individuals in achieving the goals and assist with any emotional or behavioral supports the individual may have. Counselors are required to document all services daily. Job Duties and Responsibilities: The essential job duties/responsibilities of the position include but are not limited to the information listed below: * Works directly with persons served individually. Works to develop skills for persons served. * Documents service in CX360, Vinfen's electronic health record by checking individuals in and out of IDN services and completing a daily note reporting on progress toward established, measurable goals. * Implements prescribed clinical, educational, behavioral programs. * Is responsible for specific data collection, quantifying data, transferring to daily chart, and performing bi-monthly analysis of data. * Maintains physical upkeep of the program area. Ensures equipment is used, cleaned, and stored properly. * Acts as advocate for persons served in all areas. * Completes required direct care training * Perform other related duties, as required. Why Vinfen? We are committed to you! We offer great training, great benefits, career growth and job security! * Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance for employees working 30 hours or more * 15 days of Vacation, 12 Paid Holidays, 10 Sick Days and 3 Personal Days per year (for employees scheduled for 20 hours or more) * Education Assistance and Tuition Remission Programs as well as innovative Student Loan Payment Programs. Employment with Vinfen counts toward your Public Student Loan Forgiveness eligibility * Professional Development programs including year-round online training courses and opportunities to earn CEUs * Retirement savings programs, including a fully funded, employer sponsored retirement plan and an employee funded 403 (b) plan * Company paid Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment and Long-Term Disability Insurance * Voluntary Term, Whole Life, Accident and Critical Care Insurance * Flexible Spending Reimbursement Accounts (Health and Dependent care) * $500 -- $1,000+ Employee Referral Bonuses with no annual cap! * Other generous benefits including discounted memberships, access to wellness programs and more! About Us Established in 1977, Vinfen is a nonprofit, health and human services organization and a leading provider of community-based services to individuals with mental health conditions, intellectual and developmental disabilities, brain injuries, and behavioral health challenges. Our services and advocacy promote the recovery, resiliency, habilitation, and self-determination of the people we serve. Vinfen's 3,200 dedicated employees are experienced, highly-trained professionals who provide a full range of supportive living, health, educational, and clinical services in 318 programs throughout Massachusetts and Connecticut. For more information about Vinfen, please visit www.vinfen.org/careers My Vinfen. My Community. My Job. Vinfen is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. * A high school diploma or equivalent is required. In some cases, experience may be substituted for academic training. * One year of experience/training in a related function. * A valid driver's license must be presented at the time of employment. Incumbents must be at least 21 years of age, have maintained a valid US driver's license for at least 6 months. * Must have access to reliable, insured vehicle. * CPR required within two weeks of hire. * First Aid required within two weeks of hire. * MAC required (follows CT guidelines). * Safety Care required within 60 days of hire. * For positions in day programs or group residences, the ability to assist in routine living activities including cleaning, meal preparation, vacuuming, shoveling, and grocery shopping. * Must be able to successfully pass a multistate CORI, SORI, reference check, employment verification, education and credentialing background check.