Rehabilitation Counselor

The Rehabilitation Counselor will function as a member of the behavioral support team, providing supervision, guidance, instruction, skill building, and/or rehabilitation to assigned persons served within a specific site regarding daily living activities, safety, vocational activities, and interaction with others. The Rehab Counselor will monitor, engage, and provide skill acquisition through basic education and development, behavioral support, outreach support, and advocacy to those supported and their families to facilitate greater independence. Additional duties include ensuring that the individuals served are supported vocationally to lead emotionally and physically healthy lifestyles. This may include, but is not limited to, education through individualized learning plans, community integration, psycho-educational therapeutic counseling, human rights advocacy, social and life-skills training, and life planning.

Maintains all levels of supervision for assigned persons served as outlined in the Individual Program Plan (IPP) and/or Individual Service Plan (ISP) , as applicable, Annex A and/or program descriptions. Follows established Bancroft policies and procedures, and maintains compliance with Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) regulations, Health Insurance Portability & Accountability Act (HIPAA) regulations, DDD Supported Employment/Day Program (SE/DP) Manual standards (if applicable), Department of Labor (DOL) regulations (if applicable), Department of Human Services 1047 regulations (if applicable), Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) standards, and applicable state/local/federal regulations at all times.
1. Complies with the ISP and/or IPP as detailed for assigned persons served; runs daily goals with each individual; instructs, prompts, and/or assists each person in the achievement of goals while actively encouraging the independence of each person within his/her ability limit while following standard interaction protocol or individual behavior plan. Participates in the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) or Trans-Disciplinary Team (TDT) process in conjunction with the ISP and/or IPP. Follows up and takes necessary action on change in behavioral plans, reports issues in the event plan are problematic, updates records, etc.
2. Supervises, instructs, and provides guidance to assigned persons served with daily living and work activities, as applicable and dependent upon specific Program; e.g., money management, social awareness, interpersonal relationships, work skills, personal hygiene, recreational and vocational activities, purchase and inventory of food and personal supplies, cooking, housekeeping, etc. Aids in the resolution of problematic situations that may occur for persons served. Exercises appropriate judgment in addressing specific situations.
3. Dependent upon specific Program requirements, follows medical guidelines to administer medication as scheduled or as needed to persons served in strict accordance with each ISP and/or IPP. Maintains adequate medications inventory levels to ensure immediate availability of medications. Strictly follows medical provider's orders for continued care and, dependent upon specific Program needs, may update necessary medical records and may perform medical records filing.
4. Depending upon Program needs, may gather behavior data for persons served, perform calculations, and create graphic illustrations for review by others to assist in monitoring the progress of individual persons served. Completes paperwork in a professional manner and maintains all documentation as required (and as applicable for specific Program) and as determined by Program management for the Program site; e.g., daily logs, monthly progress reports, daily goal reports, assessments, daily financial transactions, Medical Administration Records, behavioral data sheets, Critical Incident Reports, Family/Guardian/Other contact form, etc.
5. Follows state-approved emergency procedures and Bancroft-approved crisis intervention techniques at all times. Prepares for, and promptly responds to, emergency situations to ensure the safety and security of the Program site and persons served at all times; e.g., participates in fire drills, emergency evacuations, etc. Notifies proper authority in the event of a valid emergency.
6. Where shifts apply at Program site, effectively transitions with the staff of the incoming and outgoing shifts to ensure coverage at all times. Ensures the smooth transition of persons served across Programs and effectively communicates with the staff members of those Programs; e.g., transition from Residential to Vocational, etc. May serve as designated in-charge on a specified shift, in charge of staff and Program site activities in absence of Program management.
7. Coordinates transportation needs, as applicable, of assigned persons served in accordance with ISP and/or IPP and dependent upon specific Program needs. Safely transports and accompanies persons served, if needed, to healthcare providers for routine or emergency care, preferred religious services, recreational or community outings, and/or vocational job site. Dependent upon specific Program needs, may schedule medical appointments.
8. Maintains effective communications with assigned persons served, parents, guardians and other family members, healthcare personnel, own manager and coworkers across Programs and functions, neighbors, surrounding communities, etc. Operates in accordance with the Confirmation of Understanding or Plan of Care for assigned persons served regarding Programs and treatment, healthcare, religious and sexual preferences (if applicable), ethnic and cultural support, recreational/socialization/vocational activities, physical fitness and healthy living, family visits and involvement, and disagreements and grievances. Serves as an advocate on behalf of assigned persons served in a variety of situations.
9. As required by specific Program needs, assists assigned persons served with schoolwork and/or vocational/employment activities.
10. Remains current with required training certifications and other continuing education, meets state-regulated licensing and regulatory accreditations, and adheres to all other applicable mandatory requirements.
11. Abides by the Bancroft Code of Ethics, Mission Statement, and Core Values in promoting ethical behavior, establishing relationships and providing guidance in decision-making situations. Maintains effective verbal and written communications with colleagues, those served, and their family members and/or guardians when applicable.
12. Willingly and effectively cooperates with Bancroft, The Department of Human Services, The Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD), and other licensing or state agencies or local municipalities in any inspections and investigations, upon request.
13. Maintains a safe and respectful environment, free of abuse, neglect, or exploitation; does not allow weapons, threats, bullying or intimidation. Reports any violations to the appropriate individual as soon as the incident occurs. Performs other related duties as assigned or as necessary. Remains flexible and adaptable in work schedules and work assignments as defined by program needs.

EDUCATION:

Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Sociology, Special Education, Social Work, Counseling or other related field required.

EXPERIENCE: Prior experience in social services role, or working with neurodiverse individuals preferred.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate in the English language, both verbally and in written form required. Basic math skills required. Effective interpersonal skills, a strong desire to work with neurologically-challenged individuals required. The ability to implement crisis intervention techniques required. Attainment of CPR, First Aid, Crisis Prevention and Intervention, and Medication certification within the first 90 days of employment required. Valid state driver's license required in employee's legal name and current address with no provisional restrictions. Minimum 18 years of age required.

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