GROUP HOME DIRECT CARE PROFESSIONAL for adults with intellectual disabilities

Sign On Bonus of $1000 ($500 at 3 months and $500 at 6 months--must average 20 hours weekly) --it is a great time to join LIFE!

At LIFE, we support adults with learning and intellectual disabilities in their pursuit of a meaningful, healthy independent life, for LIFE.

Go home feeling good about what you are doing and the diffeence you are making in these joyful residents lives.

Most important applicant characteristics for this position are kindness, patience, positive outlook and dependability.

IDEAL SCHEDULE NEEDS FOR OUR:

W. Yarmouth GROUP HOME Seeking Direct Care Professionals for below shifts:

• Saturday 9AM-9PM
• Sunday 9PM-9AM (Monday)

Not available for all of these hours, or want more? We will work with you to create a schedule that works for you and for LIFE!

All positions 20 hours weekly enjoy benefits including:

• Paid Holidays (10 per year)
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick Time

Applicant must be able to provide ongoing support, interaction, and encouragement to the individuals we support!

• MUST HAVE A SENSE OF HUMOR

The support of these active and heart-warming residents is done through:

• Taking them on community outings and/or planning in-home activities to help them have more FUN!
• Instruction, guidance and by serving as a positive example to these active adults
• Utilizing your gifts & talents to plan activities that will excite you and the individuals we support
• Assisting them to maximize and maintain their independence in their home and in the community by assisting with life skills --cooking, planning, and reviewing daily/weekly schedules, cleaning
• Assisting in preparation for their daily routines as needed, etc. and on errands and social activities in the community or virtually
• Being available overnight when a resident wakes and needs assistance
• Role modelling and maintaining sanitary conditions of workspaces and vehicles
• Dependability on meeting scheduled shifts

REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be 18 years old and up. The individuals we support learn from anyone of any age who wants to support them
• Valid driver's license required with acceptable driving record and reliable vehicle (mileage is reimbursed on the rare occasion when driving your personal vehicle is needed.)
• Must be able to effectively communicate in both verbal and written form with supported individuals, co-workers, and parents and manage an individual email account and basic computer entries
• Must be willing to attend required training classes including CPR/First Aid and MAP Training (provided by LIFE) and any other required courses (mostly online).
• Per the state of MA DDS, MUST be able to pass CORI, DPPC and Fingerprint check and have an MVR record acceptable to LIFE's Auto Insurance carrier

Feel free to check out our website at lifecapecod.org to learn more about what we do and then respond by completing our EASY ONLINE APPLICATION or submit a resume and a brief cover letter including your phone number and email address.

LIFE, Living Independently Forever, Inc., is a non-profit organization providing supports for adults with autism and intellectual differences. Incorporated in 1992, LIFE opened its doors to ten residents. LIFE has since expanded to serve almost 250 clients with locations in Falmouth, Barnstable, Mashpee, Yarmouth, Sandwich, and Plymouth.

LIFE is an equal opportunity employer, and we celebrate the diversity of our staff and residents!!!

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid orientation
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan

License/Certification:

• Driver's License with Acceptable Driving Record (Required)

Work Location: In person