Brockton Area Multi-Servi·Stoughton, Massachusetts
The Residential Counselor provides rehabilitative support to adults in Group Living Environments, focusing on fostering skills for daily living and community integration. Key duties include teaching Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), implementing treatment plans, administering medications per MAP guidelines, and maintaining a safe home environment.
Residential Counselor - MAP
Location: West St Stoughton
Pay Range: $20
38 hrs - Mon/Fri/Sat 3p-11p , Sun 9a-11p
FLSA: Non Exempt
Founded in Brockton, MA in 1975, BAMSI is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization “bringing people and services together.” Over the years, we have become one of the most trusted organizations working with children, families, individuals, and seniors to enrich their lives.
At its core, BAMSI is about building connections with people and services.
Each year, our organization impacts the lives of more than 50,000 individuals.
BAMSI’s mission is to meet each person where they are so they can learn, grow, and thrive.
BAMSI is committed to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Justice, and Accessibility; to creating a holistic system of care; and to abolishing the stigmas surrounding mental illness, disability, and addiction.
Make a direct impact on residents’ growth and independence.
Training &
Development: Gain skills in mental health support, MAP certification, and more.
Collaborative
Culture: Join a team dedicated to dignity, respect, and evidence-based practices.
Provide rehabilitative support to adults in Group Living Environments (GLE), fostering skills for daily living and community integration.
Key responsibilities include:
Teach ADLs (cooking, budgeting, medication management) and socialization skills.
Implement Treatment Plans and behavioral interventions under clinician guidance.
Administer/supervise medications per MAP guidelines and document care.
Transport residents to appointments and community activities.
Advocate for residents’ needs and model healthy coping strategies.
Maintain a safe, clean home environment and complete timely documentation.
High school diploma/GED; mental health experience preferred.
MAP (Medication Administration Program) certification is required for this position. Candidates without current certification must be willing to complete employer-provided training and successfully obtain certification within 3 months.
Valid driver’s license and ability to assist with mobility (bending, standing, etc.).
Strong communication skills (English) and basic computer proficiency.
Compassion, patience, and a commitment to trauma-informed care.
Bonus: Lived experience or multilingual abilities (e.g., Spanish, Portuguese).
Candidates must possess a high school diploma or GED, with mental health experience being preferred. A valid driver's license is required, along with strong English communication skills and basic computer proficiency, complemented by compassion and patience.
Market context
In Massachusetts, residential counselor roles are commonly sought in behavioral health and human services settings, especially where trauma-informed support and daily client engagement are central. These positions can be competitive because employers often look for strong communication, reliability, a valid driver’s license, and prior mental health experience, while also offering benefits such as an Employee Assistance Program, paid holidays, vacation, sick time, and an HSA. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm how your experience matches the diploma, license, and trauma-informed care expectations before applying.
