Community Resources for Justice (CRJ)

Overview We want you to join our growing team of compassionate and reliable Residential Counselors to support the wonderful individuals we serve! Community Resources for Justice (CRJ) is a unique, 140 year old nonprofit organization. Community Strategies of Massachusetts (CSMA), a division of CRJ, supports adults with developmental or intellectual disabilities through specialized services from Day Programs, Shared Living arrangements with providers as well as over 40 community-based group homes. This is a great opportunity to receive valuable training to not only start your Human Service career but also to advance it. CRJ offers opportunities of tremendous career advancement and professional development. The average earnings for this role exceeds $40,000 annually with some overtime, plus excellent benefits (401K w/ Match, Tuition Remission/Reimbursement, Medical, etc.). Responsibilities We are currently seeking a compassionate and reliable Residential Counselor to join our growing team to support our clients in the group home setting. In this crucial role you will: Help our clients to live a full and meaningful life. Implement their individual service plans based on needs and goals. Promote community involvement and safety Teach clients how to manage activities of daily living such as cleaning, cooking, shopping, budgeting, personal hygiene, health care practices, money management, traveling, self-control and leisure time Identify areas of crisis and defuse the situation, ensuring the safety of all concerned Administer medication (training provided). Transport clients to community activities, employment opportunities and medical appointments as necessary Qualifications: No Experience Necessary Minimum of High School Diploma or Equivalent Valid Driver's License w/ reliable transportation (car) Friendly, outgoing, reliable, dependable, flexible CRJ provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

Overview We want you to join our growing team of compassionate and reliable Residential Counselors to support the wonderful individuals we serve! Community Resources for Justice (CRJ) is a unique, 140 year old nonprofit organization. Community Strategies of Massachusetts (CSMA), a division of CRJ, supports adults with developmental or intellectual disabilities through specialized services from Day Programs, Shared Living arrangements with providers as well as over 40 community-based group homes. This is a great opportunity to receive valuable training to not only start your Human Service career but also to advance it. CRJ offers opportunities of tremendous career advancement and professional development. The average earnings for this role exceeds $40,000 annually with some overtime, plus excellent benefits (401K w/ Match, Tuition Remission/Reimbursement, Medical, etc.). Responsibilities We are currently seeking a compassionate and reliable Residential Counselor to join our growing team to support our clients in the group home setting. In this crucial role you will: Help our clients to live a full and meaningful life. Implement their individual service plans based on needs and goals. Promote community involvement and safety Teach clients how to manage activities of daily living such as cleaning, cooking, shopping, budgeting, personal hygiene, health care practices, money management, traveling, self-control and leisure time Identify areas of crisis and defuse the situation, ensuring the safety of all concerned Administer medication (training provided). Transport clients to community activities, employment opportunities and medical appointments as necessary Qualifications: No Experience Necessary Minimum of High School Diploma or Equivalent Valid Driver's License w/ reliable transportation (car) Friendly, outgoing, reliable, dependable, flexible CRJ provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

Overview We want you to join our growing team of compassionate and reliable Residential Counselors to support the wonderful individuals we serve! Community Resources for Justice (CRJ) is a unique, 140 year old nonprofit organization. Community Strategies of Massachusetts (CSMA), a division of CRJ, supports adults with developmental or intellectual disabilities through specialized services from Day Programs, Shared Living arrangements with providers as well as over 40 community-based group homes. This is a great opportunity to receive valuable training to not only start your Human Service career but also to advance it. CRJ offers opportunities of tremendous career advancement and professional development. The average earnings for this role exceeds $40,000 annually with some overtime, plus excellent benefits (401K w/ Match, Tuition Remission/Reimbursement, Medical, etc.). Responsibilities We are currently seeking a compassionate and reliable Residential Counselor to join our growing team to support our clients in the group home setting. In this crucial role you will: Help our clients to live a full and meaningful life. Implement their individual service plans based on needs and goals. Promote community involvement and safety Teach clients how to manage activities of daily living such as cleaning, cooking, shopping, budgeting, personal hygiene, health care practices, money management, traveling, self-control and leisure time Identify areas of crisis and defuse the situation, ensuring the safety of all concerned Administer medication (training provided). Transport clients to community activities, employment opportunities and medical appointments as necessary Qualifications: No Experience Necessary Minimum of High School Diploma or Equivalent Valid Driver's License w/ reliable transportation (car) Friendly, outgoing, reliable, dependable, flexible CRJ provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

Overview Community Resources for Justice (CRJ) is a unique, 140 year old nonprofit organization headquartered in Boston. Community Strategies of Massachusetts (CSMA), a division of CRJ, that supports adults with developmental or intellectual disabilities through specialized services from Day Drograms, Shared Living arrangements with providers as well as over 40 community-based group homes. Benefits: Community Resources for Justice offers a full benefits package. For more information visit us at Why work for CRJ?. Responsibilities The Residential Director I (RDI) who will report to the Senior Director of Community Strategies will work within a team of other Residential Directors to enhance the overall quality of life for our clients as well as the operations of the programs that they supervise. The RDI will also mentor and supervise 6-8 Program Managers within their designated program assignments . Duties/Responsibilities: Supervise the staffing and operation of several residences, assisting the Program Managers in covering shifts, authorizing and monitoring use of overtime, and advertising for vacancies as well as hiring and supervising staff. Indirect supervision and support of Assistant Managers, Meaningful Day Coordinators and Program Staff. Ensures that all programs follow proper staffing ratios and schedules. Insure the physical plant of the several residences are safe, healthy and in good repair. Take necessary actions to secure repairs, furnishings and equipment. Responsible for managing programs within budgeted resources, typically manages between $4.5 - $6 million dollars in annual revenues. Supervises the program spending through financial reports and monitor Program Manager to stay within budgeted limits , including the use of overtime and other program expenses Ensure full compliance with all regulatory standards, including the DDS Licensing and Certification Standards through supervision and training of Program Managers and all residential staff Hire, supervise and train Program Managers and monitor training of all other staff. Insure excellent working relationships with landlords (if applicable), service providers, neighbors and others in the communities where the programs are located. Participate in the on-call rotation as scheduled. Evaluate performance at least annually and provided on-going supervision to all staff. Monitor the staff evaluations done by Program Managers. Insure that complete and appropriate individual records are maintained in accordance with Department of Developmental Services and Community Strategies regulations and policies. Secondary Responsibilities: Attend appropriate meetings and prepare reports. Assist in program development by contributing to proposal writing, working to locate physical program sites, and making recommendations to Executive Staff. Perform other job-related projects and activities as requested or directed. Qualifications Education and Experience Required: Bachelor's degree in related field preferred, 4 years of work experience with people with disabilities can be accepted in lieu of a Bachelor's degree Three years relevant work with people with disabilities; Two or more years management experience in human services, some management of residential services required Experience with Massachusetts Licensing and Certification Required Excellent writing skills and interpersonal communication skills Certification in knowledge areas Knowledge/Skills/Experience Required: Medicated Administration CPR/First Aid OSHA HIPPA Human Rights Pro-Active Alternatives for Change Must possess a valid driver's license and reliable vehicle Individual Service Plan preparation and implementation CRJ provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.