Mentor

We are Growing and need several new team members!!! We are a strong team with a kind and caring culture. We are seeking intrinsically motivated, detail oriented and innovative people to join our team and support our Farmers and each other. Who are we? Farmsteads of New England is a unique Farm designed to support individuals diagnosed with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities, as well as individuals diagnosed with Acquired Brain Disorders. We provide support, care and lifelong memories. What will I do? As a Mentor you will work with our individuals to bring their goals to life, participate in fun and exciting experiences, become part of the community, and learn to be as independent as they can be. In short, you will be someone’s superhero. (Capes not provided just fun). Daily Responsibilities Prioritize kindness, dignity, respect, communication, and integrity. Provide direct support services in a method and manner that is convenient and supportive to individuals. Provide and participate in person centered services. Work with Farmers to discover their dreams and achieve them. Provided cooking, cleaning and personal care services as needed. Assist with independence goals like financial management, helping the individual get/keep a job, learn to cook, clean and plan their days. Administer medications as needed. Create and maintain accurate daily records, notes, medications logs and other various forms. Provided and maintain a safe working environment. Other duties as assigned. Position Requirements: A fantastic sense of humor and caring heart. A kind disposition and desire to help others succeed. Minimum of a GED or Highschool diploma. A valid driver’s license. Ability to pass all applicable DCYF, BEAS, Local Law, Federal and other required background screenings per applicable regulations. 18 Years or older at the time of hire U.S. Citizen or possession of necessary papers allowing holder to work legally in the United States. Personal/Professional experience caring for others is a significant plus.

COMPETENCIES

Kindness, Respect and Dignity Strong organizational skills Ability to work well with people with various abilities, temperaments, and styles. Availability to work when needed, including commitment to completing work within designated timeframes. Schedule & Pay Differentials This position offers shift differentials based on the day and time worked. Pay differentials are added to the base hourly wage and are prorated based on actual hours worked during the eligible time frames. Overnight Shift: Mandatory Awake Shift 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM Base hourly wage $20.00 per hour Shift Differential: Monday thru Friday: $.50 per hour; Saturday and Sunday $1.00 per hour 8hr Shifts Fixed schedules: A) Tuesday thru Saturday; B) Sunday thru Thursday Direct Support Professional, Mentor, Caregiver, Direct Care, Direct Support Worker, Direct Support Specialist, Program Manager, Direct Support Assistant, Direct Support Counselor, Habilitation Specialist, Residential Counselor, and Activities of Daily Living Specialist, life coach, life skill, Home health aide, Certified Nursing Assistant, CNA, Service Coordinator, care manager, program specialist, residential manager, mental health technician, program assistant, mentor Job Types: Full-time 401(k) 403(b) 403(b) matching AD&D insurance Health insurance Life insurance Opportunities for advancement Paid time off Paid training Referral program Vision insurance Schedule: Overnight shift Tuesday through Saturday (Awake) Overnight shift Sunday through Thursday (Awake) #J-18808-Ljbffr ADP, Inc.