Residential Counselor (Part-Time)

Residential Counselor (Part-Time)AGENCY OVERVIEW:Jewish Family and Children’s Services (JFCS) has served the San Francisco Bay Area for 175 years. We offer world-class services to support individuals and families across all stages of life, including adoption, mental health, senior care, disability services, financial assistance, Holocaust education, and youth development. Our mission and work are rooted in Jewish values, and we serve people of all faiths and backgrounds.The Disabilities Services program provides comprehensive support for neurodivergent individuals and their families. We offer information, advocacy, care management, counseling, a vibrant social club, and residential support through the Gary Shupin Independent Living Community.POSITION SUMMARY:Make a difference in the lives of adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities such as autism. This position will report to the Director of Disability Services Program. Residential Counselors are caring, positive role models who help neurodivergent adults lead safe, full, and independent lives. As a Residential Counselor, you’ll be a teacher, a role model, and a friend, helping the adults you work with achieve a great quality of life. Your clients will be living in a residential group setting and have low support needs. Some of them work, attend day programs, and volunteer in the community. Residents are in their 20s and 30s, are not aggressive, and are motivated to become more independent and social. You will support them in everything from daily routines such as making plans with friends, joining community events and holiday celebrations, grocery shopping and cooking, participating in recreational activities, and building skills around personal care and relationships. Enjoy fun outings in the Bay Area, including going to sports games and movies, bowling, kayaking, hiking, archery, and more!COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:Pay Rate: $27/hourEmployment Type: non-exempt, part-time with no benefitsHiring bonus (Subject to eligibility requirements)Opportunity for career advancementBe part of a financially stable nonprofit with a long and rich historyMake positive differences in the lives of thousands of individuals and families we serve each yearESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Works with the Residential Manager and residents to develop and carry out an Individual Program Plan (IPP) to assist residents in reaching their highest level of independent livingProvides support to develop and follow a consistent schedule of independent living skills instruction and daily routines with resident inputPromotes and teaches meal planning and preparation, shopping, hygiene, safety awareness, self-advocacy, personal, domestic, medical, financial, social/recreational, communication, and behavior management skills to maintain independenceMonitor medication and accompany residents to medical appointmentsAssists with transportation or training to obtain transportationSupport community integration and development of social skills through encouraging and facilitating recreational activitiesCompletes daily written documentation of activities as assigned, including plans, progress notes, and reportsPrepares appropriate meals for residentsHas the ability to exercise mature judgment and relate to individuals in a warm and caring mannerREQUIREMENTS:Bachelor’s degree in human services related field preferred1+ years of experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities requiredExperience in using MS Office applications and general computer skillsFlexible with work availability, including overnight and weekend shiftsPre-employment requirements: TB, physical, and drug screeningAll qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, including minorities, women, veterans, and disabled individuals. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, state and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran, or disability status. JFCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Do you have assets you want to give today? *YesNoDo you want to receive income for you or for a loved one? *YesNoSurvey Response FormWhat is your age? *30-4950-6465+Do you have assets you want to give today? *YesNoDo you want to receive income for you or for a loved one? *YesNoThis iframe contains the logic required to handle Ajax powered Gravity Forms. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-18