Work, Community, Independence
135 Beaver Street Waltham, MA 02452
Rachael Furbish Recruitment & Relief Pool Coordinator
Phone: 781-330-4997 Fax: 781-899-3828
WCI – Work, Community, Independence is a non-profit human services agency that is committed to empowering and supporting people with developmental disabilities to achieve rich, meaningful lives, at home, at work and in their communities.
WCI is seeking several Direct Support Professionals for one of our residential programs that supports four Deaf adults who are developmentally disabled. Various work schedules available including Awake Overnights (11pm-9am), Weekends (9am-11pm), Weekdays (3pm-11pm)
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
· Support Individuals with working on ISP goals.
· Assist Individuals with ADLs (activities of daily living that may include: meal preparation, personal hygiene, housekeeping tasks, laundry, etc.).
· Participate alongside the Individuals in various community activities (medical appointments, grocery shopping, banking, recreational activities, exercise, adult education classes, vacations, etc.).
· Complete daily documentation (daily log notes, ISP data collection, progress notes, incident reports) using electronic record system (Therap).
· Support Individuals with maintaining relationships with family members and friends and developing new relationships.
· Ensure the ongoing health and safety of the Individuals receiving support.
· Administer medications according to MAP regulations.
· Team players who are able to follow directions and exercise good judgment.
· Ability to follow and implement behavior plans as written.
Job Requirements
REQUIREMENTS
· ASL (American Sign Language) fluency or Native Dialect.
· High school graduate. Some college preferred.
· Able to read and write English.
· CPR & First Aid certifications must be successfully completed during the training and orientation period.
· MAP certification preferred.
· MAP certification is a mandatory requirement for all Overnight staff
· Driver’s license required and the ability to meet insurability requirements.
· Must be able to pass PREVENT (Preventing and Resolving Emerging Violent Episodes using Non-Injurious Techniques).
· CORI background check is required for all new employees.
Job Snapshot
Base Pay$12.00 /Hour
Employment Type Full-Time/ part time / relief
Job Type Nonprofit – Social Services
Education High School
Experience At least 1 year(s) if possible
Manages Others No
Relocation No
Industry Social Services
Required Travel None