Direct Care Staff

2 weeks ago

Northborough, United States Advocates Full time

*Starting rate $18.50/hour*

 

Direct Care Staff encourage and support individuals to lead fulfilling and more independent lifestyles, focusing on empowerment, awareness and inclusion by collaborating with an increasing awareness within families and the community.  In this role, you will partner with brain injury survivors to assist with daily activities such as household management, shopping and community-based appointments. 

 

Advocates promotes a healthy work-life balance and offers many generous perks of employment and room for advancement.  We are a strong-knit community that values the ideas and contributions of our staff. 

 

Are you ready to make a difference? 


High School Diploma/GED

Sunday 3p-11p
Monday 11p-7a
  • Assist residents with all Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) including showering, dressing, grooming, toileting, mobility, feeding, taking medications, and Range of Motion (ROM) exercises, both in the home and in the community.  Assist with weighing program participants, take vital signs, gathers and records other data as requested.
  • Focusing on empowerment, collaborate with residents to develop treatment and behavior plans, and goal building and achievement.
  • Teach and model appropriate social and independent living skills. Encourage individuals to perform tasks as independently as possible and to participate in activities.
  • Actively participate in resident, family, team and staff meetings.
  • Accurately document progress and shift notes, changes to treatment and behavior plans, etc.  Recognize and appropriately respond to changes in residents’ status or behavior.

  • High school diploma or equivalent degree.  One year experience providing direct care with people who have cognitive or developmental disabilities preferred.
  • Enthusiasm, motivation, open-mindedness, creativity, and the desire to thrive in a collaborative, team-based environment. 
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills and sound judgement.
  • Ability to operate basic computer applications.
  • Must hold a valid driver's license, have access to an operational and insured vehicle and be willing to use it to transport clients.  May also drive company-owned wheelchair lift-equipped van.
  • Strongly prefer a candidate that will have a demonstrated understanding of and competence in serving culturally diverse populations.

At Advocates, the health and safety of the people in our care, our employees, and the broader community is our top priority. Effective October 18, 2021, Advocates will require all employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (i.e. both doses of Pfizer or Moderna, or a single dose of Johnson & Johnson.)

 

Advocates is committed to cultivating a diverse and welcoming community where everyone feels respected and valued. Advocates fosters a culture of inclusion that celebrates and promotes diversity along multiple dimensions, including race, ethnicity, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, partnered status, age, national origin, socioeconomic status, religion, ability, culture, and experience. 

 

 

Why Should I Consider a Career in Human Services?

Our Team members are dedicated to engaging and empowering individuals by forming lasting relationships, collaboratively achieving personal goals, offering creative solutions to everyday and complex situations, and actively listening.  We exercise independent judgement and contribute to the overall success and benefit of the Team.

 

Is Human Services a Fit for Me?

Successful Team members are open-minded, eager and compassionate, and will exercise solid, independent judgement while fostering trustworthy relationships with the individuals that we serve.  We put the individual first.

 

 

Keywords: direct care, direct support, residential counselor, residential support, group home, group living environment, GLE,  CNA, caregiver, caretaker, brain injury, BIS, ABI, TBI, ADLs

  • Direct Care Staff

    4 weeks ago

    Northborough, United States Advocates Full time

    Overview * Starting rate $18.50/hour* Direct Care Staff encourage and support individuals to lead fulfilling and more independent lifestyles, focusing on empowerment, awareness and inclusion by collaborating with an increasing awareness within families and the community. In this role, you will partner with brain injury survivors to assist with daily...

  • Direct Care Staff

    2 weeks ago

    Northborough, United States Advocates Full time

    Overview * Starting rate $18.50/hour* Direct Care Staff encourage and support individuals to lead fulfilling and more independent lifestyles, focusing on empowerment, awareness and inclusion by collaborating with an increasing awareness within families and the community. In this role, you will partner with brain injury survivors to assist with daily...

  • Primary Care Physician

    4 weeks ago

    Northborough, United States Dr. Novikov Wellness and Skin Care Full time

    Company Description Dr. Novikov Wellness and Skin Care provides high-quality medical and dermatologic care for a variety of conditions. The team sees patients in their Northborough office and at nursing homes and rehabilitation facilities through partnerships to save patients transportation burden and high costs. They pride themselves on same-week or even...

  • Primary Care Physician

    4 weeks ago

    Northborough, United States Dr. Novikov Wellness and Skin Care Full time

    Company Description Dr. Novikov Wellness and Skin Care provides high-quality medical and dermatologic care for a variety of conditions. The team sees patients in their Northborough office and at nursing homes and rehabilitation facilities through partnerships to save patients transportation burden and high costs. They pride themselves on same-week or even...

  • Direct Marketing Associate

    2 days ago

    Northborough, Massachusetts, United States Andersen Corporation Full time

    Renewal by Andersen is the full-service replacement window division of Andersen Corporation. We are united by the common goal of making a difference in the lives of our homeowners and the communities we serve. We are looking for a Direct Marketing Associate in the Boston area Renewal by Andersen is looking for an accomplished, driven, and collaborative...

  • Direct Marketing Associate

    3 weeks ago

    Northborough, Massachusetts, United States Andersen Corporation Full time

    Renewal by Andersen is the full-service replacement window division of Andersen Corporation. We are united by the common goal of making a difference in the lives of our homeowners and the communities we serve. We are looking for a Direct Marketing Associate in the Boston area Renewal by Andersen is looking for an accomplished, driven, and collaborative...

  • Direct Marketing Associate

    4 weeks ago

    Northborough, United States Andersen CorporationRenewal by Andersen Full time

    Renewal by Andersen is the full-service replacement window division of Andersen Corporation. We are united by the common goal of making a difference in the lives of our homeowners and the communities we serve. We are looking for a Direct Marketing Associate in the Boston area! Renewal by Andersen is looking for an accomplished, driven, and collaborative...

  • Direct Marketing Associate

    4 days ago

    Northborough, United States Andersen CorporationRenewal by Andersen Full time

    Renewal by Andersen is the full-service replacement window division of Andersen Corporation. We are united by the common goal of making a difference in the lives of our homeowners and the communities we serve. We are looking for a Direct Marketing Associate in the Boston area! Renewal by Andersen is looking for an accomplished, driven, and collaborative...

  • Direct Marketing Associate

    2 weeks ago

    Northborough, United States Andersen Corporation Full time

    Renewal by Andersen is the full-service replacement window division of Andersen Corporation. We are united by the common goal of making a difference in the lives of our homeowners and the communities we serve. We are looking for a Direct Marketing Associate in the Boston area! Renewal by Andersen is looking for an accomplished, driven, and collaborative...

  • Select Baseball Weekend Staff

    4 weeks ago

    Northborough, Massachusetts, United States teamworkonline Full time

    Select Baseball is the largest baseball event operator in New England. We will operate 25+ events in the New England region in 2024. We are currently looking for energetic and determined sports-minded individuals to employ as part-time staff for our 2024 event circuit. Events will begin on the weekend of April 5th and run through August 8th and will be...

  • Select Baseball Weekend Staff

    2 days ago

    Northborough, Massachusetts, United States teamworkonline Full time

    Select Baseball is the largest baseball event operator in New England. We will operate 25+ events in the New England region in 2024. We are currently looking for energetic and determined sports-minded individuals to employ as part-time staff for our 2024 event circuit. Events will begin on the weekend of April 5th and run through August 8th and will be...

  • Select Baseball Weekend Staff

    3 weeks ago

    Northborough, Massachusetts, United States teamworkonline Full time

    Select Baseball is the largest baseball event operator in New England. We will operate 25+ events in the New England region in 2024. We are currently looking for energetic and determined sports-minded individuals to employ as part-time staff for our 2024 event circuit. Events will begin on the weekend of April 5th and run through August 8th and will be...

  • Radiology Technologist

    4 weeks ago

    Northborough, United States CareWell Urgent Care Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionCareWell Urgent Care, an Emergence Health Holdings organization, is building a team of professionals dedicated to meeting all the needs of the community, from infant to elders, school to industry and everywhere in between. CareWell Urgent Care is a patient focused organization with a strong emphasis on teamwork. Founded by...

  • Radiology Technologist

    2 weeks ago

    Northborough, United States CareWell Urgent Care Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionCareWell Urgent Care, an Emergence Health Holdings organization, is building a team of professionals dedicated to meeting all the needs of the community, from infant to elders, school to industry and everywhere in between. CareWell Urgent Care is a patient focused organization with a strong emphasis on teamwork. Founded by...

  • Radiology Technologist

    46 seconds ago

    Northborough, United States CareWell Urgent Care Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionCareWell Urgent Care, an Emergence Health Holdings organization, is building a team of professionals dedicated to meeting all the needs of the community, from infant to elders, school to industry and everywhere in between. CareWell Urgent Care is a patient focused organization with a strong emphasis on teamwork. Founded by...

  • Patient Care Coordinator

    2 days ago

    Northborough, Massachusetts, United States Optum Full time

    Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data, and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by diversity and inclusion,...

  • Select Baseball Weekend Staff

    3 weeks ago

    Northborough, United States teamworkonline Full time

    Select Baseball is the largest baseball event operator in New England. We will operate 25+ events in the New England region in 2024. We are currently looking for energetic and determined sports-minded individuals to employ as part-time staff for our 2024 event circuit. Events will begin on the weekend of April 5th and run through August 8th and will be...

  • Select Baseball Weekend Staff

    3 weeks ago

    Northborough, United States teamworkonline Full time

    Select Baseball is the largest baseball event operator in New England. We will operate 25+ events in the New England region in 2024. We are currently looking for energetic and determined sports-minded individuals to employ as part-time staff for our 2024 event circuit. Events will begin on the weekend of April 5th and run through August 8th and will be...

  • Program Manager

    2 days ago

    Northborough, United States Advocates Full time

    Overview Starting Rate: $48,880 The Program Manager is responsible for the overall direction and operation of the residential program. This role will provide supervision and rehabilitative direction and emergency on-call services to a team of Direct Care Staff and supported individuals. Advocates promotes a healthy work-life balance and offers...

  • Field Installation Technician Level 4 W/power

    18 hours ago

    Northborough, United States Care Partners Staffing Inc Full time

    Care Partners Staffing, Inc. has multiple per diem, travel, and local contract positions, as well as permanent placements available for healthcare professionals. Our goal is to meet the needs of our clients while providing great work/life balance for those professionals that choose us! Currently we are looking for a** Field Installation Technician Level 4...