Support Staff for Residential Settings

4 weeks ago


Attleboro, Massachusetts, United States Advocates Full time

At Advocates, we are committed to providing high-quality care to individuals with developmental disabilities. We are seeking enthusiastic and motivated team players to join our residential team as Direct Support Staff.

About the Role

This entry-level role provides ongoing support, guidance, and role modeling directly to individuals served in a residential setting. You will assist residents with activities of daily living such as cooking, personal hygiene, and dressing, as well as administer and manage medication, follow Individual Support Plans (ISPs), transport residents to appointments when needed, and complete shift notes.

You will work closely with parents and/or guardians to collaborate on how to best support each individual and ensure the program is a welcoming, comfortable, and safe environment. You will also support residents of the program with community integration by doing things such as group activities, taking trips to events, and volunteering.

Responsibilities
  • Support individuals in daily activities inside their home and in the community by promoting self-advocacy, decision-making, and empowerment.
  • Assist individuals with planning and implementation of daily activity schedules and routines.
  • Assist individuals to identify and develop person-centered goals and plans to address any concerns, wants, or needs.
  • Encourage active participation in community events and other integrated activities.
  • Assist individuals with home maintenance and perform cleaning responsibilities.
  • Document shift notes summarizing any applicable occurrences, observations, concerns, or progress.
Qualifications
  • High school diploma or equivalent degree; experience working with the population preferred.
  • Excellent interpersonal, judgment, and coaching skills.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to utilize basic computer applications.
  • Desire to thrive in a fast-paced, client-centered, team-oriented environment.
  • Must hold a valid driver's license, have access to an operational and insured vehicle, and be willing to use it to transport clients.
Why Work at Advocates?

We are a strong-knit community that values the ideas and contributions from our staff. We promote a healthy work-life balance and offer many generous perks of employment and room for advancement. 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 put the individual first and foster a culture of inclusion that celebrates and promotes diversity along multiple dimensions. If you are looking for a rewarding career in human services, we encourage you to apply.


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