POSITION: Weekend Residential Counselor

FLSA CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt

NORMAL WORKING HOURS/DAYS: Shifts Vary

Saturday and Sunday

7am-3pm

3pm-11pm

11pm-7am

7am-11pm

LOCATION: Throughout Prince George's County Maryland

SALARY: $23.06 - $24.45

About The Arc:
The Arc Prince Georges County serves more than 600 individuals with disabilities through a variety of programs, services and supports. Our primary areas of support are community living, family and personal supports, employment services, and day programs - all with an emphasis on person-centered community involvement and inclusion. To learn more about us, please visit www.thearcofpgc.org.

Position Summary:
The Weekend Residential Counselor is responsible for supporting individuals with developmental disabilities in a community-based home. You will provide assistance to the individuals in the development of linkages to the community through recreation planning, transportation, accompaniment to community-based events, and in personal care as needed. Other responsibilities include providing assistance with household maintenance, budgetary/financial management, shopping, and meal preparation.

Heres What Youll Be Doing Day-to Day:
Implements Nursing Plans and follows-up on nursing recommendations.
Handles medical appointments as assigned. Arrives for appointments on time, with appropriate information about the individuals medical history and current condition.
Locates and facilitates individuals participation in community and leisure activities to include sharing information about new activities, and providing transportation to appointments or activities in a personal automobile.
Encourages regular exercise and healthy lifestyles via training, planning, and advocacy.
Coordinates supports so the individual may worship as he/she chooses to include transportation to house of worship when indicated.
Provides instruction, guidance, follow-up, monitoring, and assistance, when necessary, in personal grooming and hygiene.
Assists individual with the responsible management of his/her personal funds as per the Individual Plan.
And much, much more!

Total Rewards

The Arc offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, to include medical, dental and vision plans. A 403(b) retirement plan w/ employer match, tuition reimbursement, benevolence program, paid holidays, generous paid time-off, paid training, company paid life insurance, and much more!

Our Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Must have a high school diploma.
• Must have at least 1 year of related experience working with children or adults in a care-giving setting.
• Must have a good driving record, reliable vehicle, and valid, current Drivers license for a minimum of 2 years with no more than 2 points on the license.
• Must be able to successfully complete training requirements of The Arc; strong computer skills a must.
• Must possess strong communication skills and demonstrated care-giving skills.