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Seven Hills Community Services, an affiliate of Seven Hills Foundation, offers a $3,500 Sign-on Bonus
plus an additional $250 Bonus for MAP Certified new hires!
NEW HOURLY RATE INCREASE FOR ALL DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONALS!
Assistant Directors assist the Individual supports director with administrative duties and are also part of a professional team responsible for assisting each individual to live a safe, enjoyable life in their community with opportunities to learn and to exercise increasing independence and control over their lives. The people we support participate in the hiring, training and evaluation of employees who work with them. The agency and its employees are responsible to the people we support.
ResponsibilitiesTo treat all individuals with dignity and respect.To support individuals to take control of their lives, to make wise decisions that enhances their ability to reach their goals. To support individuals to take on as much control as possible over the routines and activities in their home.To teach, assist and support individuals in the community and at home so that the individual is able to learn, practice and master skills that enable him/her to enhance his/her status by assuming socially valued roles.To support each individual's existing relationships and increase their networks of friends and acquaintances.To insure that all individuals are supported to explore and express their interest for community membership.To ensure that the health and wellbeing of individuals are met by accompanying individuals on appointments as needed, administering medications (or supporting them to self medicate) in accordance with residential guidelines and DMR policy, providing a well-balanced diet prepared to meet individual needs (when applicable), following all instructions given by Primary Care Physician and Health Care Coordinator.To complete agency training program in a timely manner and participate in other professional development as required by supervisor.To implement ISP/Support Plans and strategies as written and at frequency stated in the plan. Demonstrate accurate data collection procedures and consistent use of described support strategies that promote success.Maintain all required certifications such as medication administration, First Aid & CPR.Successfully complete the training program in a timely manner.
QualificationsBasic computer skills . Proven leadership skillsCommitment to assisting people with developmental disabilities to participate fully in the life of their community.Safe passenger vehicle and good driving record, adequate insurance, license.Varied interests and personal connections in the local communityProven record of conscientious, responsible behavior (work, volunteer or school history).Ability to work as part of a team; positive and constructive.
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
