Direct Care Professional

Direct Care Professional - Individualized Supports - F300

Pay Rate: $19.00 / Hourly

Part Time: 32 hours

Schedule: Tuesday 8am-4pm, Wednesday 2pm-7pm, Thursday 2pm-7pm and Friday 11am-7pm

People, Incorporated is a human service Agency serving the South coast community, including the Greater Fall River, New Bedford, and Taunton areas. As a partnership of specialized, integrated programs, we provide unique opportunities to people with life challenges. Since our inception in 1968, we have been one of the largest providers of supports and services to people of all abilities in the community. Let People, Incorporated be Your Path to Opportunity

SUMMARY: The Direct Care Professional – Individual Supports (IS) implements individualized programs as specified in Individual Service Plans, provides for individuals' health and welfare, and ensures general cleanliness and safety in individuals' homes.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Job duties may include, but are not limited to, the following functions:
• Instruct and assist individuals with personal hygiene, housekeeping, social skills, advocacy, use of leisure time, and response to emergency situations.
• Facilitate community integration by encouraging individual preference and providing opportunities for recreational activities.
• Encourage and assist individuals to pursue relationships and develop rapport with local community resources, such as banks, physicians, stores, etc.
• Instruct, assist, and teach individuals meal planning, meal preparation, and grocery shopping, while encouraging the individuals' participation to the fullest extent.
• Monitor individuals' medical health, assist in making doctor appointments, provide transportation as needed, and advocate for individuals when necessary.
• Address immediate problems in the home or community; notify the direct supervisor or the on-call supervisor.
• Assist individuals with financial management to the degree specified in the Individual Service Plan; and manage petty cash, including documenting and providing receipts for all money spent.
• Instruct and physically assist individuals with housekeeping activities on a daily and weekly basis and promote a sense of pride and ownership in the home.
• When applicable, ensure the home is safe and free of clutter and debris.
• Instruct individuals in fire prevention and evacuation procedures.
• Administer medication and/or monitor medication use for individuals, while documenting in accordance with Department of Public Health policies and procedures.
• Work an assigned schedule that may include weekends and/or holidays.
• Comply with reassignments and directions from the division's supervisor or director.
• Work modified schedule when individuals' day programs are closed (site specific).
• Participate in all staff meetings and required training sessions, including in-service training, as scheduled.
• Facilitate house meetings with individuals
• May be required to use employee's personal vehicle for work purposes.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Participate in all staff meetings and required training sessions, including in-service training, as scheduled.
• Maintain all program and Agency required trainings.

COMPLIANCE:

• Implement and document individual behavior programs where applicable
• Obtain mandatory training/certification as directed.
• Complete and maintain all required records.
• Provide individuals with transportation as needed, primarily using personal vehicle; however, an Agency vehicle may be available.
• Assist and/or support individuals in emergency situations.
• Implement crisis management as needed and implement PBS consistently

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma/Hi-SET preferred.
• Skill obtained through Human Rights, Fire Safety, First Aid/CPR, MAP, and site-specific training.
• Ability to assist and/or support individuals as needed and in dead-weight emergencies.
• Ability to legally and safely transport individuals.
• Ability to physically restrain aggressive individuals.
• Ability to follow policies, procedures, and directions.
• Ability to work and communicate with others.
• A qualifying criminal background check, driving record, and a valid driver's license are required.

Why join our Team?

Come work in a rewarding and creative environment that encourages growth, collaboration and community involvement that is exploding with opportunities.

At People Incorporated you will find a path to endless opportunities and a rewarding career We offer a supportive work environment, Employee Recognition Program, Professional Development, opportunities for growth as well as industry-leading wages and a comprehensive benefit package that includes:

**For employees working in benefit eligible positions only**

• Tuition Assistance Program
• 4 weeks accrued paid time off
• 11 paid holidays annually
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• 403(b) savings plan
• Wellness Activities and initiatives
• Select employee discounts through LifeMart
• FSA
• Employee Assistance Program
• FREE Life and Long-term Disability Insurance
• Short-term Disability Insurance

People Incorporated is committed to fostering a respectful and supportive work environment. We are a proud equal opportunity employer that welcomes and strongly encourages all races, religions, nationalities, genders, the LGTBQIA+ community, and people with disabilities to apply. Our ability to attract and retain a talented and dedicated workforce are key to the success of our agency. We strive to create a workplace where employees feel supported, appreciated, and motivated to grow

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