Employment Professional

4 days ago

Medford, United States Advocates for Life Skills and Opportunity Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

Employment Professional - Job Coach

Are you seeking a meaningful position that contributes to improving the lives of others? Promote connection, inclusion, and wellness for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and start a fulfilling career with ALSO

Who We Are:

Since 1997, ALSO has been committed to fostering independence and community inclusion for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Our Residential Services provide 24/7 wraparound support that honors the individual needs of each person and provides ample opportunities for community involvement while encouraging the development of independence skills in daily life.

Position Overview:

As a Direct Support Professional (DSP) at ALSO, you’ll provide person-centered care to 2-4 individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a residential home setting. You’ll assist with medication management, personal care, health services, and behavioral health while collaborating closely with individuals, their families, and our team of Advocates.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Relationship Building: Cultivate strong, supportive connections with individuals receiving services and provide backup support coverage when needed.
  • Direct Support: Assist with hygiene and medical support as needed, and daily living tasks (i.e. cooking, cleaning, activity planning) both in the home and out in the broader community.
  • Compliance & Documentation: Ensure proper documentation (MAR, T-Logs, ISP data) is maintained to meet compliance standards.
  • Advocacy: Be an advocate for the people you support by promoting choices, autonomy, and community inclusion

Qualifications:

  • Be dependable and punctual;
  • Be able to lift, transfer, push/pull, maneuver and reposition 50 lbs.;
  • Have a high school diploma or equivalent;
  • Be able to prepare written reports via computer using proper spelling, punctuation, and grammar.

  • Reliability:

Commitment

  • Strong Communication: Clear, effective communication in both documentation and collaboration with team members, managers, individuals supported, their families, and other providers.
  • Advocacy: A deep commitment to promoting inclusion, autonomy, and the best interests of the individuals we support.

Compensation & Benefits:

  • Starting Pay: $18.50 - $20 per hour, based on experience, education, and Veteran status.
  • Paid Training: Earn while enhancing your skills.
  • Paid Holidays: 10 days, including a special “YAY Day” for your birthday.
  • Comprehensive Insurance: Health, dental, vision, and life insurance options.
  • Generous Leave: Vacation and sick time accruals, Paid Time Off with payout option.
  • Annual Raises: Regular salary increases.
  • Retirement Plan: Employer-matched up to 4%.
  • Employee Assistance Program: 24/7 access to counseling, legal, financial advice, and more.
  • Parental Leave & Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Employee Referral Bonuses & Recognition Program
  • Career Development
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligible.

Why Join ALSO?

At ALSO, we do work of the heart. This meaningful work brings out the bold, the compassionate, and the passionate. By joining our team, you will play a crucial role in helping individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities live fulfilling lives, achieve their goals, and become integral parts of their communities. Join us in making a real difference.

All candidates considered for employment are required to successfully pass a comprehensive background check prior to joining ALSO and ongoing every two years.

Advocates for Life Skills & Opportunity is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive work environment. We provide equal opportunities to all employees and job applicants without regard to age, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic disposition, neurodiversity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category under federal, state and local law.

Make Heart Work YOUR Work.

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