Group Home Direct Service Professional

GROUP HOME DIRECT SERVICE 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) and more --it is a great time to join LIFE!

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

We are happy to work with flexible applicants who are a match to the position to build them a schedule that works with their personal life.

Listed below are the ideal shifts and locations we are looking for at this time in these Homes:

E. FALMOUTH GROUP HOME SHIFTS:Weekend help needed- all shifts available; one specific need is for someone to work by 8AM on Saturday morning and someone to do the 9PM-9AM Saturday night to Sunday morning shift (9PM-9AM-ish)

MASHPEE; CENTERVILLE, W. YARMOUTH, & RTE 28 HYANNIS --WEEKEND STAFF--shifts vary; Sunday 9AM-9PM is Paid an Additional $1 Per Hour

We will work with you to try to work out a schedule that works for your life and our residents needs.

Positions of +20 hours also have Holidays and PTO and access to some of our other benefit programs as well.

All positions +30 hours weekly enjoy an EXCELLENT benefits package including paid Holidays (10 per year), Paid Time Off, BCBS HMO Medical Insurance, BCBS Dental Blue Insurance, Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance, Sick Pay, Tuition Remission and even more!

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

• Instruction, guidance and by serving in a positive manner to these adults
• 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 morning, evening or overnight routines as needed, etc. and on errands and social activities in the community.
• Role modelling positive social behaviors in all situation.
• Applicant must be able to project a positive and patient personality and provide ongoing support, interaction, and encouragement to our clients.
• Assisting in ADL's when needed and utilizing protocols in place for resident and staff safety.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be +18 years old
• Must be able to maintain the energy level of the individuals in the home
• MUST BE KIND, PATIENT, RESPONSIBLE and HAVE A SENSE OF HUMOR
• Valid driver's license required with acceptable driving record and reliable transportation (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
• Must be able to manage an individual e-mail account and basic computer entries as needed
• Must be dependable
• Must be willing to complete and/or attend required training classes including CPR/First Aid and MAP Training (provided by LIFE) and any other trainings as needed
• 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 ON-LINE APPLICATION or submit a resume and a brief cover letter including your phone number and e-mail address.

Thank you for your interest in LIFE--Living Independently Forever, Inc.one of the Cape & Plymouth Business Media's 2022 BEST PLACES TO WORK!!!

LIFE, Living Independently Forever, Inc., is a non-profit organization providing support 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 Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

License/Certification:

• Driver's License with acceptable driving record (Required)

Work Location: In person