Overview

$19/hr

[40hrs] - Schedule: Sun-Thurs 11a-7p

BAMSI is a 501(c) 3 nonprofit organization founded in Brockton, Massachusetts, with a vision of driving change and creating equal opportunities for individuals with developmental disabilities and mental and behavioral health challenges. Brockton Area Multi-Services, Inc. (BAMSI) was incorporated on March 21, 1975 as South Shore Multi-Services Inc., under Chapter 180 of the Massachusetts General Laws, as a not-for-profit human service organization. On July 9, 1975, it changed its name to Brockton Area Multi-Services, Inc. It was formed for the development, coordination, and delivery of integrated human service programs, and according to its website, its mission is “to empower people and enrich their lives, through compassionate support and diverse services, one individual, one family a time.” BAMSI employees up to 2,000 people and operates adult, child, and family services, assisting approximately 30,000 individuals each year in Worcester, Middlesex, Norfolk, Bristol, and Plymouth Counties.

BAMSI is committed to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Justice, and Access for all; to creating a holistic system of care that meets people where they are; and abolishing the stigmas surrounding mental illness, disability, and addiction.

We strive to offer valuable benefits that promote a healthy work/life balance and add value to our employees’ lives. Our comprehensive benefits include:

• Generous Time Off Package
• up to 4 weeks combined vacation, personal and cultural holiday
• 12 paid holidays
• up to 2 weeks Sick Time
• Highly Specialized Paid Trainings including opportunity to earn CEUs
• Health and Dental Insurance
• Life, Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
• 403B plan with discretionary match
• Wellness Activities
• Employee Assistance Program
• Career Development Opportunities

*Available benefits are based on position and scheduled hours. 

*This position is union represented by a bargaining unit of the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees. (AFSME).

Responsibilities

Responsibilities:

1. Attend to the daily needs of persons served on an individual basis as well as foster increased independence and self-determination.

2. Teach socialization skills and activities of daily living including: household maintenance; self-care and hygiene; self-awareness and human development, menu planning, food shopping and preparation; money management skills/budgeting; transportation and community orientation; consumer skills; and utilization of community resources.

3. Assist in the development and implementation of Individualized Action Plans (IAPs) including implementation of behavioral objectives/plans.

4. Participate in IAP meetings and other meetings as required by supervisor.

5. Supervise and document consumer self-administration of medications as prescribed by a physician in accordance with agency and program procedures.

6. Record and appropriately utilize necessary data, daily progress notes, staff log and complete all other IAP and program required documentation.

7. Transport consumers to and from day programs, medical appointments and other activities as required.

8. Provide opportunities for leisure time activities and foster independence in the choice and participation of those activities.

9. Organize, develop and implement group and individual activities which serve to integrate the lives of consumers with members of their community.

10. Fulfill case management responsibilities as assigned by supervisor, including those related to medical and legal concerns.

11. Ensure client safety and comply with program standards for staff coverage, including assistance to the Administrator-On-Call whenever possible.

12. Act as consumer advocate and role model.

13. Provide a supportive environment that includes opportunities for consumers to determine, to the fullest extent possible, personal decisions for daily schedules and routines.

14. Maintain knowledge of ongoing program issues and developments as well as informing supervisor of program issues and concerns.

15. Communicate in a professional manner.

16. Perform other related work duties as needed or as assigned by supervisor.

17. Perform duties consistent with program and agency policies and procedures.

18. Execute duties to reflect reasonable safety standards. Universal/standard precautions must be utilized and training obtained in areas that constitute risk.

Qualifications

-High School Diploma or GED

- Direct care experience with a disabled population

-Valid driver’s license in state of residence and satisfactory driving record

-Own means of transportation required

BAMSI conducts as needed, job-related background checks (e.g., may include but is not limited to fingerprints, drug testing, TB testing, verification of employment history and/or reference checks) prior to employment.

EEO

We at BAMSI appreciate your interest and consideration of roles in our organization. BAMSI is an equal opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, age, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, protected veteran or military status and regardless of whether the qualified applicants are individuals with disabilities. EEO is the Law http://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/poster.cfm Reasonable Accommodations for Applying/Recruitment Reasonable accommodations are adjustments made to remove workplace obstacles for qualified individuals with disabilities to apply for and perform their jobs. Applicants who qualify under the Americans with Disabilities Act, as amended, may be eligible for a reasonable accommodation in BAMSI’s application and selection process. A request for an accommodation will not affect opportunities for employment within BAMSI. Arrangements can be made if you have a disability that requires an accommodation for completing an application form, interviewing or any part of the employment process. Requesting accommodations, in writing or verbally, can be initiated by a BAMSI employee, qualified applicant, or by someone acting on that person’s behalf. Either call 508-484-7171 or, send letter to Talent Acquisition, 15 Christy's Dr Brockton, MA 02301. Note: please do not use these contacts to follow-up on job inquiries.