Residential Case Manager

Pathway to Possible•Newton, MA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Residential Case Manager supports residents with intellectual and developmental disabilities by helping develop and implement Individual Support Plan (ISP) programs designed to build personal competencies in line with each resident’s long-range plan. The role includes case management documentation, maintaining confidentiality, attending clients’ medical appointments, and obtaining documentation for follow-up. The position also involves personal care and hygiene assistance as needed, maintaining the house, grounds, furnishings, and equipment, and following agency policies and procedures. Staff must be responsive to supervision, take direction from the Program Manager, and participate in program and personnel evaluations, agency and Department of Developmental Services training, and staff meetings. Work locations may change based on the needs of the people supported. This is a benefit-eligible, full-time position in Newton, Massachusetts, paying $25 per hour; exact compensation may vary based on skills and experience. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 1 p.m. to 9 p.m., with other shifts available on occasion. The position offers a $1,000 sign-on bonus and longevity bonuses of $500 after six months and $500 after 12 months.

Requirements

Commitment to empowering individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Strong written and verbal communication skills for use across the Pathway to Possible community.
Legally authorized to work in the United States.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Valid Massachusetts driver's license.
Clear CORI and SORI background checks as required by state and federal law.
Clear DPPC registry search as required by state law.
Clear fingerprint search through the DDS criminal background check.
Current MAP certification and ability to maintain MAP certification throughout employment.
Ability to lift up to 15 pounds.
Comfort working in an environment with a therapeutic cat.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in human services or a related field.
Graduate degree and/or two years of case management experience.
First Aid and CPR certification.
Experience with individuals who have complicated medical needs.

Responsibilities

Follow Pathway to Possible personnel policies and procedures and policies to promote human dignity.
Participate in agency and Department of Developmental Services training programs and attend staff meetings.
Participate in developing and implementing ISP programs to develop personal competencies based on each resident’s long-range plan.
Complete case management documentation and maintain confidentiality of information about the individuals supported.
Participate in maintaining the house, grounds, furnishings, and equipment.
Be available and responsive to supervision from Pathway to Possible.
Take direction from the Program Manager and participate in program and personnel evaluations.
Attend and participate in clients’ medical appointments and obtain documentation needed for follow-up.
Provide personal care and hygiene maintenance for clients as necessary.
Provide physical assistance to adults using wheelchairs and assist individuals with transfers from sitting to standing.
Be able to evacuate individuals supported within 2½ minutes.