Description

We Are Offering A $2,000 Sign On Bonus For New Residential Counselors!

Program Description:

Berkshire Meadows is a residential facility for children and adults with severe intellectual disabilities and complex medical needs. No work experience necessary.  Come ready to learn and we will provide all the resources necessary for you to excel!

Job Description:

Help the most kind and caring individuals with their daily routines.  In addition you will be assisting them with communication, choice making, social skills, relationship building and recreational and leisure activities in a residential setting. 

Applicant must be willing to establish clear professional boundaries, work as a team member and consistently implement all policies and procedures, rules and regulations of JRI.  Some of the duties include monitoring individuals, administrative duties, goal setting with individuals, transportation of individuals, documentation, organizational and communication skills. 

Schedule Being Offered: 11:00 PM  – 7:00 AM (Holiday and weekend shifts are required) 

Due to the nature of our work and the youth who are depending on us, there are times where overtime may be mandated.

Sign-on Bonus: We are offering a $2,000 sign on bonus ($1000 will be paid after 4 weeks of employment and another $1000 will be paid after 6 months.)

JRI provides the training so that:  

• YOU will work directly with children and adults with developmental disabilities.  
• YOU will assist with meals, dressing, bathing, dressing and residential activities.  
• YOU will support clients in the development of communication and decision making. 
• YOU will participate in planning and implementing leisure time activities.  
• YOU will be part of an active engaged team. 
• YOU will keep clients safe, engaged, and active. 
• YOU will perform housekeeping, dietary, and laundry responsibilities as needed. 

• Be who you are! JRI is strongly committed to providing an inclusive, diverse and welcoming environment for our employees and the people we serve.
• We offer a $2,000 bilingual bonus to new hires who speak a second language other than English!
• Reimbursement is available for employees to cover the registration costs and annual fees for any professional license required for work such as LMHC, LCSW, LICSW, RN and more!
• Access to our excellent Blue Cross medical and Delta Dental benefits.
• Retirement benefits including 401K matched up to $800 a year and pension after 5 years of employment.
• Professional development opportunities such as tuition reimbursement up to almost $4000 per year and discounted tuition rates to select partnership colleges and universities!
• Wellness benefits including access to employee resource groups (including multicultural affinity groups, LGBTQ+ advocacy, employee engagement groups, etc.), self-care resources, and an Employee Assistance Program.
• Generous paid time off up to 19 days for full time employees in your first year and much more!

Requirements: 

• Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent. 
• Applicants must be 18 years of age and older. 
• Applicants must be able to communicate effectively, both in speaking and writing.  
• Applicants must be able to speak and write in English (co-workers will help you). 
• Applicants must be able to provide verification of employment authorization.  
• Background and driving record checks will be performed.  
• All new employees are required to provide proof that they are fully vaccinated against Covid-19 (including booster). 

JRI is strongly committed to providing an inclusive, diverse and welcoming environment for our employees and the people we serve. Persons from diverse backgrounds including women, communities of color, the LGBTQ community and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. JRI is an equal opportunity employer.