DIRECT CARE 1
About The Position
Direct Care 1 supports individuals with developmental disabilities in building independence and confidence at home and in the community. The role involves hands-on personal care, daily living support, behavioral-plan implementation, medication administration, transportation, documentation, and collaboration with team members, families, and care providers. This is an active role that takes place both in the home and in the community and may involve physical care and trained behavioral interventions. The employee helps maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming home environment and serves as a positive role model and advocate. The position is full-time at Grace Ryder I in Marshfield, Massachusetts. It offers a $2,500 sign-on bonus for new full-time hires and pays $19.50 per hour. The job shift is listed as “Any.”
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Valid driver's license.
- Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word and the internet.
- Successful completion and maintenance of all state- and agency-mandated trainings, including medication administration.
- Willingness to authorize a Criminal History Background Check (CORI) and release of information concerning allegations from the Disabled Persons Protection Commission (DPPC), Department of Developmental Services (DDS), and other agencies.
- Ability to perform each essential duty satisfactorily, with reasonable accommodations where applicable.
- Fluency in English.
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or government regulations.
- Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
- Ability to communicate effectively with individuals under supervision, organization employees, families, and community members.
- Ability to carry out detailed written or oral instructions.
- Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 60 pounds.
- Ability to meet the described physical demands, with reasonable accommodations where applicable.
Responsibilities
- Support individuals with daily living skills, including cooking, hygiene, and routines.
- Provide hands-on personal care and mobility assistance as needed.
- Assist with and attend medical appointments and community activities.
- Implement individualized support and behavioral plans.
- Administer medications according to established procedures.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming home environment.
- Provide transportation as required.
- Complete documentation and progress reports.
- Collaborate with team members, families, and care providers.
- Serve as a positive role model and advocate for the individuals supported.
- Perform physical care and behavioral support, including trained interventions, as needed.
- Carry out detailed written or oral instructions.
Benefits
- $2,500 sign-on bonus for new full-time hires.
- Comprehensive health and dental insurance options.
- Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care.
- Free life insurance and long-term disability coverage.
- Paid time off.
- 403(b) retirement plan with employer contribution after one year.
- DailyPay access to earnings before payday.
- Tuition remission and discount programs.
- Employee Assistance Program and wellness support.
- Exclusive employee discount programs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
