Vinfen·Windsor, Connecticut
Provide direct support to individuals with intellectual disabilities, brain injuries, or psychiatric conditions in residential settings. Responsibilities include administering medication, implementing treatment plans, and assisting with daily living activities and community outings.
Overview As a Per Diem Residential Counselor for Day Programs, you will provide direct support on an as needed basis to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, brain injuries, or psychiatric conditions and behavioral health challenges in a small group residential setting or an individual living arrangement. In your role you will work together with the people we serve, their families, friends, employers, and other support staff to transform their lives by either building independence skills or increasing each person's quality of life. Per Diem Relief Counselors have a range of duties include administrating medication under the Medication Administration Program (MAP), implementing treatment plans, and assisting people with activities of daily living, such as household chores and cooking. You also strengthen residents' connection to their community by providing transportation on outings such as shopping and doctor's appointments.
About Vinfen Why Vinfen? We are committed to you! We offer great training, great benefits, career growth and job security! 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 3,500 dedicated employees are experienced, highly-trained professionals who provide a full range of supportive living, health, educational, and clinical services in over 550 sites throughout Massachusetts and Connecticut. For more information about Vinfen, please visit www.vinfen.org/careers. My Job. My Community. My Vinfen. 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.
High school diploma or GED required. Experience working with people with developmental disabilities and/or acquired brain injury strongly preferred. Strong time management and writing skills. Must be at least 21 years of age. Must have a current, valid, US drivers' license for at least 6 months and access to a reliable, fully insured vehicle. Must be able to become CPR, First Aid certified upon hire, Saftey Care certified within 60 days of employment and become MED certified within 150 days of employment. Certification trainings are offered through Vinfen upon hire. Must be able to successfully pass a CORI, SORI, reference, national fingerprinting and driving record check Pay Range USD $21.47 - USD $21.47 /Hr.
Requires a high school diploma or GED, a valid US driver's license with a reliable vehicle, and must be at least 21 years old. Candidates must be able to obtain CPR, First Aid, Safety Care, and MED certifications upon hire.
Market context
Behavioral health positions in Connecticut often draw steady demand from community providers, schools, and outpatient programs serving clients with ongoing support needs. These roles can be competitive because employers commonly look for reliable scheduling, documentation skills, and practical requirements such as a high school diploma, a valid driver’s license, access to an insured vehicle, and completed clearances. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm travel expectations and required verifications before applying.