Lead Counselor - Opengate Inc.

This position is responsible for assisting the Residence Manager in maintaining an effective behavior/habilitation program for adults with developmental disabilities. Also provides indirect supervision of and assistance to residential counselors assigned to the residential program.

•  Assists in the training of residential counselors who are assigned to a residence by providing instruction in data collection, writing monthly quarterly/annual reports and presents written consumer reports at the IDT meetings.
• Assists to insure that all assigned resident methodology programs are implemented according to resident schedules.
•  Assists to insure that programs are being implemented correctly with corresponding program changes within the home.
• Implements all individual resident money management programs as assigned.
•  Coordinates leisure schedules and monitors leisure programs in accordance with individual residence interests and needs.
• Coordinates residence paper work relative to ADL skills, maintenance issues, including food and supply requests.
• Provides crisis intervention assistance and relief coverage where required.
• Follow federal, state and local governmental regulatory guidelines pertaining to a safe, healthy, and clean work environment, reporting health and safety concerns to the supervisor.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• HS Diploma/GED preferred OR two years experience working with a I/DD population.
• Some supervisory experience is preferred.
• Valid Driver License within Tri-State (NY, NJ, or CT) area.
• Must successfully complete OPWDD Medication Certification Course at the discretion of the Department Head. 
• Must display leadership skills and relate well to the Individuals, families and staff.
• Proficient in basic computer skills

Salary: $20.50

Opengate is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.