Direct Care Professional R163

Peopleorporated • Fall River, MA

12h • Onsite

About The Position

Direct Care Professionals provide assistance with daily activities and ensure a structured routine that includes individual community outings, meal preparation, assistance with activities of daily living, personal care, medical appointments, and medication distribution. You will be part of a team supporting adults with developmental disabilities in a residential program. People 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. 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. 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.

Requirements

• Be a compassionate person and enjoy making a difference in someone’s life
• High school diploma or GED preferred but not required
• A qualifying criminal background check and driving record
• Valid driver’s license
• Use of your personal vehicle
• A TB screening and Physical is required upon hire and a TB update every two years after

Nice To Haves

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide assistance with daily activities
• Ensure a structured routine
• Support adults with developmental disabilities in a residential program
• Assist with individual community outings
• Meal preparation
• Assistance with activities of daily living
• Personal care
• Assist with medical appointments
• Medication distribution

Benefits

• 4 weeks accrued paid time off
• 11 paid holidays annually
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 403(b) savings plan
• Wellness Activities and initiatives
• Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Account
• FREE Life and Long-term Disability Insurance
• Short-term Disability Insurance
• Select discounts through LifeMart (i.e., Discount movie and theme park tickets, savings on T-Mobile)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Fitness Center on Site
• Discounts on Auto, Home and Renters Insurance
• Free Financial Planning/Analysis
• Public Services Student Loan Forgiveness Program
• Financial Support with Monthly Student Loan Payments
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Reimbursement for C.N.A. Training and Licensing
• FREE DDS Certificate (Human Service)
• Scholarship Opportunities
• Degree Completion Incentive

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED