Direct Care Professional - Individual Supports-F100

Pay Rate: $19.00 / Hourly Part Time: 10.5 hours Schedule: Tuesday, 4pm-7:30pm; Wednesday 4pm-7:30pm; Friday 4pm-7:30pm People, Incorporated is a human service agency serving the South coast community, including Greater Fall River, New Bedford, and Taunton areas.

SUMMARY

The Direct Care Professional – Individual Supports (IS) implements individualized programs as specified in Individual Service Plans, provides for individuals’ health and welfare, and ensures general cleanliness and safety in individuals’ homes.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Instruct and assist individuals with personal hygiene, housekeeping, social skills, advocacy, use of leisure time, and response to emergency situations. Facilitate community integration by encouraging individual preference and providing opportunities for recreational activities. Encourage and assist individuals to pursue relationships and develop rapport with local community resources, such as banks, physicians, stores, etc. Instruct, assist, and teach individuals meal planning, meal preparation, and grocery shopping, while encouraging the individuals’ participation to the fullest extent. Monitor individuals’ medical health, assist in making doctor appointments, provide transportation as needed, and advocate for individuals when necessary. Address immediate problems in the home or community; notify the direct supervisor or the on-call supervisor. Assist individuals with financial management to the degree specified in the Individual Service Plan; manage petty cash, including documenting and providing receipts for all money spent. Instruct and physically assist individuals with housekeeping activities on a daily and weekly basis and promote a sense of pride and ownership in the home. Ensure the home is safe and free of clutter and debris. Instruct individuals in fire prevention and evacuation procedures. Administer medication and/or monitor medication use for individuals, while documenting in accordance with Department of Public Health policies and procedures. Work an assigned schedule that may include weekends and/or holidays. Comply with reassignments and directions from the division’s supervisor or director. Work modified schedule when individuals’ day programs are closed (site specific). Participate in all staff meetings and required training sessions, including in-service training, as scheduled. Facilitate house meetings with individuals. May be required to use employee’s personal vehicle for work purposes. Perform other duties as assigned. Maintain all program and Agency required trainings.

COMPLIANCE

Implement and document individual behavior programs where applicable. Obtain mandatory training/certification as directed. Complete and maintain all required records. Provide individuals with transportation as needed, primarily using personal vehicle; however, an Agency vehicle may be available. Assist and/or support individuals in emergency situations. Implement crisis management as needed and implement PBS consistently.

QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma/Hi‑SET preferred. Skills obtained through Human Rights, Fire Safety, First Aid/CPR, MAP, and site‑specific training. Ability to assist and/or support individuals as needed and in dead‑weight emergencies. Ability to legally and safely transport individuals. Ability to physically restrain aggressive individuals. Ability to follow policies, procedures, and directions. Ability to work and communicate with others. A qualifying criminal background check, driving record, and a valid driver’s license are required.

BENEFITS

For employees working in benefit eligible positions only Tuition Assistance Program 4 weeks accrued paid time off 11 paid holidays annually Health Insurance Dental Insurance 403(b) savings plan Wellness Activities and initiatives Select employee discounts through LifeMart FSA Employee Assistance Program FREE Life and Long‑term Disability Insurance Short‑term Disability Insurance People Incorporated is committed to fostering a respectful and supportive work environment. We are a proud equal opportunity employer that welcomes and strongly encourages all races, religions, nationalities, genders, the LGTBQIA+ community, and people with disabilities to apply. EOE #J-18808-Ljbffr People Incorporated