Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of adults with intellectual disabilities? Join our dedicated team at Center for Human Development (CHD) Meadows Homes, where we empower adults with intellectual disabilities to lead fulfilling lives in a group home setting. As a Direct Care Professional, you'll provide essential support with daily living activities, advocate in community settings, and assist with medical and behavioral needs. We value empathy, strong interpersonal skills, and a commitment to making a positive impact.
Responsibilities:
· Support daily activities assisting with personal care; bathing, toileting, grooming, brushing teeth and hair care.
· Household chores such as; laundry, dishes, food shopping and preparing meals.
· Providing transportation to and from medical appointments, and outings into the community.
· Support individuals with medical needs; Doctor appointments, medical records, medical devices, wheelchairs and walkers.
· Record daily shift notes
Requirements:
· Driver’s license and personal vehicle for wok use. Transportation van may be available.
· Strong interpersonal skills; empathy for others; demonstrated commitment to serving those with significant needs; ability to work well within a team model and independently.
· Strong communication skills, including verbal and non-verbal, English proficiency required.
· Manage behavioral needs with compassion with Positive Behavior Interventions and Support (PBIS), assist with de-escalation strategies to help self-regulate.
· All candidates must complete a background record screening process.
· MAP certified a plus.
· Safety care a plus.
· First aid and CPR a plus.
· Trainings provided.
· Spanish speaking individuals are encouraged to apply.
Schedule:
· Second and third shift available
Pay and benefits:
· $18 an hour
· Benefits available for full time employees
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 403(b)
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Healthcare setting:
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Experience:
- Caregiving: 1 year (Preferred)
- Driving: 3 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Shift availability:
- Night Shift (Required)
- Overnight Shift (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Springfield, MA (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Springfield, MA: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person