Housing Search Specialist

Are you an ambitious person with the passion to make a difference Do you need a flexible schedule or supplemental income? We want to hear from you

Job Summary:The Individual Supports Worker position is a part-time non-benefitted position located in the Boston area (may provide Central MA support) and provides direct adult companion care in support to an individual with brain injuries and other chronic medical and mental health conditions. Support is provided in the community or at the individual's residence with the goal of maximizing the individuals' capacity for personal growth, independence, and community membership. Responsibilities include assisting individuals with setting up and accessing services in the community, transportation to activities and medical appointments, grocery shopping, cooking, cleaning, and support with activities of daily living at home, as necessary. Additional responsibilities include various administrative tasks, including daily note submissions and time tracking.

Successful candidates excel in the following:

• Compassion and Caring - Do you enjoy caring for others? Are you sought out by others because of your compassion? Can you demonstrate empathy by putting yourself in other people's shoes?
• Resourcefulness and Creativity - Do you like coming up with new and creative ways to work with staff and individuals? Are you passionate about providing quality services and making community inclusion a reality?
• Communication and Collaboration - Do you have the ability to work with individuals, families, co-workers, collaterals, and other provider agencies?
• Ability to Adapt and Take Initiative - Can you demonstrate flexibility and perseverance that results in outcome-based solutions?
• Professional Perspective - Do you have a broad view of challenges and the ability to take to communicate with multiple entities?

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Bachelor's degree and related experience highly preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills along with a demonstrated ability to work with adults with developmental disabilities and/or brain injury or those with substance abuse, mental health, or dual diagnosis needs independently in the community.

Potential candidates must have a personal vehicle to provide transportation, as this is an accentual job function.

All hires must be Covid-19 vaccinated or willing to receive vaccination upon hire.

MAB Community Services is committed to workplace diversity and candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

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