Support Specialist - Brain Injury Services

Eliot Community Human Services • Braintree, MA

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About The Position

Eliot is seeking a Support Specialist for its Brain Injury program, which provides innovative programming to adults with brain injuries. The program aims to enhance participants’ lives, develop personal skills, support community engagement, and build supportive relationships. The Support Specialist provides restorative skill-building activities and support to help individuals rebuild communication proficiency, social and behavioral skills, self-help abilities, and management of daily activities.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• Experience working with intellectually disabled or brain-injured adults.
• Ability to drive the residence vehicle.
• Valid driver’s license and personally owned vehicle that can be maintained.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support to individuals with medical, physical, cognitive, and socioemotional needs as they complete daily activities, including personal care, meal preparation, cleaning, and leisure activities.
• Assist with personal care and hygiene as needed, promoting independence and personal growth.
• Administer medications in accordance with MAP regulations and report significant health, behavioral, or psychiatric concerns.
• Perform routine housekeeping tasks and report maintenance or safety issues to help ensure a clean and safe environment.

Benefits

• Paid time off, including vacation, sick time, and paid holidays.
• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Discounted fitness services and access to childcare resources.
• Company-paid life and accidental death insurance.
• Ongoing training, career advancement programs, tuition reimbursement, and leadership development.

What This Job Offers

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