What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Care Staff - Adult position at NFI Massachusetts, Inc.?
NFI Massachusetts Inc., a non-profit human services agency, is currently seeking Direct Care Staff for our Champy Lane adult services program located in Methuen, MA
This program serves adults diagnosed with acquired brain injuries (ABI) or other medical conditions. Residents are referred to the program after spending time in long-term care facilities. The program offers residents a full range of services including direct care, assistance with activities of daily living, recreational opportunities, individual support, transportation, and coordination of medical needs and services. The goals of the program is to enable adults with acquired brain injuries to live in a less restrictive setting within the community of their choice.
Direct Care Staff provide active treatment, training and support services to individuals with disabilities served in the program facility.
Position: Part-Time and/or Relief
Hourly Rate: $20.00/hr Schedule:
- Sunday: 9am – 3pm and 3pm - 11pm
- Thursday: 9am - 4pm
- Saturday: 3pm - 11pm
Job Responsibilities:
- Administering medication
- Providing personal care
- Handling laundry
- Performing cleaning duties
- Managing trash disposal
- Transportation responsibilities (including driving the van and escorting clients to day programs)
- And more.
Job Requirements:
- Two years’ experience working with similar population preferred.
- High energy level, superior interpersonal skills, and the ability to work alone and in a team atmosphere.
- Current MAP certification preferred. If the candidate is not currently MAP certified and accepts the position, they will be expected to obtain the MAP certification within the first several months of employment.
- Must hold a valid driver's license and a reliable vehicle.
Benefits for full time employees include: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Retirement Plan, 3 weeks paid vacation time and Tuition reimbursement up to $2500 per fiscal year
NFI Massachusetts Inc., is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We seek to empower individuals and support the diversity and inclusivity within our workforce.
NFI Massachusetts participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility as part of the I-9 verification process.
Salary : $2,500
