Direct Care Professional IS3

Direct Care Professional -Individual Supports - Full Time$20.00 / hour $21.00 / hour (after one year of benefit eligible employment)Schedule: Monday-Thursday 3pm-10pm, Saturday 12pm-8pmLooking for a fulfilling career while making a positive impact in the lives of others? Do you want a workplace where you can have passion behind what you do and the people you serve? Then why the heck haven't you applied yet?!**For employees working in benefit eligible positions only**Tuition Assistance Program4 weeks accrued paid time off11 paid holidays annuallyHealth InsuranceDental Insurance403(b) savings planWellness Activities and initiativesSelect employee discounts through LifeMartFSAEmployee Assistance ProgramFREE Life and Long-term Disability InsuranceShort-term Disability InsurancePublic Services Student Loan Forgiveness ProgramFinancial Support with Monthly Student Loan PaymentsWhat do I need to join the team?Be a compassionate person and enjoy making a difference in someone's lifeHigh school diploma or GED preferred but not requiredA qualifying criminal background check and driving recordValid driver's licenseIndividual SupportsOur Individual Support Program is looking for compassionate people to serve as an IS Counselor providing premier services to the individuals in our care.What does the job entail?You'll be supporting adults with development disabilities in Individuals' home. Individual Support Counselors implements individualized programs as specified in Individual Service Plans, provides for individuals' health and welfare, and ensures general cleanliness and safety in individuals' homes.Providing Individual community outingsEncourage rapport with local resourcesInstruct and assist with meal preparationAssistance with activities of daily livingInstruct and physically assist with housekeeping activitiesMedical appointmentsAdminister and documentation of medication and/or monitor medical healthAssist with financial managementEnsure home is safeWhat are Community Outings?As a Individual Support provider you will provide opportunities for individuals to integrate into the community and enjoy outings that interest them. Examples of some outings are:The MoviesShoppingGoing to DinnerBaseball GameBowlingHave Questions?Feel free to call us with any questions you may have. Our Human Resources department is available Monday –Friday from 8:00-4:00pm EST. We can be reached at View phone number on click.appcast.io and press 4 for Human Resources.Want to learn more?Please visit us at Incorporated is a forward-thinking human service Agency staffed by caring people who are proud to create opportunities for children, adults, and families throughout the Southcoast community, including the Greater Fall River, New Bedford, and Taunton areas. We strongly believe in our mission, enormously respect the efforts of the people we employ and will continue to work tirelessly for the betterment of our community. Since our inception in 1968, we have been one of the largest providers of supports and services to people of all abilities in the community.Candidates with these qualities are encouraged to apply: Although it is not a requirement, candidates with an interest in CNA, PCA and HHA type work are encouraged to apply. Students in Human Services, Psychology, and Sociology programs are encouraged to apply. (Note that we offer tuition reimbursement!)Join us! #peoplewithapurposePeople 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. Our ability to attract and retain a talented and dedicated workforce are key to the success of our agency. We strive to create a workplace where employees feel supported, appreciated, and motivated to grow.People Incorporated offers a competitive salary and benefits package that includes health, dental, 403(b), FSA, LTD, life insurance and generous accrued time off. To learn more about People Inc please visit us online at WAY MEMBER AGENCYEOE