Residential Assistant Part Time - Adult

The Guild for Human Services; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan

Professional growth

Collaborative environment

Job summary

The Guild for Human Services in Waltham, MA seeks a dedicated staff member to assist the Residential Manager in developing and implementing comprehensive residential programs for individuals with intellectual disabilities.

You will support ISP/IEP development, supervise residents, and administer medications per MAP, while enabling participation in community experiences. Strong English and de-escalation skills are essential for a safe, caring environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of an Associate's Degree preferred; prior experience in lieu of a degree will be considered.
• MAP (Medication Administration Program) certification or the ability to obtain MAP certification within the first 90 days of employment.
• Must meet Massachusetts CORI background requirements

Responsibilities

• Work as a member of a team to maintain a clean, safe, positive living environment for each individual who lives at the residence including completing laundry and cleaning assignments.
• Assist in the development and implementation of each individual’s residential ISP/IEP and daily activity schedule.
• Attend and support individuals participating in all community experiences.
• Implement positive behavior supports and individual behavior support plans for individuals who live in the home.
• Provide supervision of all individuals while under his/her care.
• Administer and record individuals’ medications, in compliance with MAP.
• Provide direct supervision and care to individuals, including 1:1 responsibilities at all times and locations.
• Participate in meetings pertaining to assigned individuals or program planning, as directed.
• Engage in de-escalation of individuals.

Skills

English proficiency

Interpersonal skills

De-escalation techniques

Crisis intervention

Education

Associate's degree

Job description

Brief Description

Locations: Waltham, Burlington, Framingham, Maynard, and Sudbury.

The Guild utilizes the collaborative efforts of leading professionals, best-practice approaches, tailored curricula and unmatched care to treat the individuals we serve.

Mission

The mission of The Guild for Human Services is to educate, encourage and empower individuals with intellectual disabilities so they may achieve their full potential to lead high-quality lives and participate meaningfully in the community.

At The Guild you can join a workforce of creative, dedicated, and passionate employees working every day to enhance the lives of youth and adults with intellectual disabilities and other challenges.

Summary

To assist the Residential Manager (or Lead/Assistant Residential Manager) in the development and implementation of a comprehensive residential program for each of their assigned individuals

Primary Job Responsibilities

• Work as a member of a team to maintain a clean, safe, positive living environment for each individual who lives at the residence including completing laundry and cleaning assignments
• Assist in the development and implementation of each individual’s residential ISP/IEP and daily activity schedule.
• Attend and support individuals participating in all community experiences.
• Implement positive behavior supports and individual behavior support plans for individuals who live in the home.
• Provide supervision of all individuals while under his/her care.
• Administer and record individuals’ medications, in compliance with MAP.
• Provide direct supervision and care to individuals, including 1:1 responsibilities at all times and locations.
• Participate in any meetings pertaining to assigned individuals or program planning, as directed.
• Engage in de-escalation of individuals.

Essential Job Functions

• Regular attendance at work is an essential function of the job including inclement weather
• Demonstrated evidence of mature judgment, good interpersonal skills, a desire to enrich individuals' lives and a willingness to learn
• Physical and mental capacity to work in stressful situations and de-escalate individuals who have limited cognition and complex needs
• Proficiency in written and spoken English is an essential function of the job
• Pass Guild Driving test to access Guild vehicles for transportations of individuals
• Must be able to implement crisis intervention techniques as necessary, including Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (via certification through CPI)
• The ability to assist individuals in evacuation from the residence

Requirements

Minimum of an Associate’s Degree is preferred; prior experience in lieu of a degree will be considered

Must meet Massachusetts Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) background requirements

MAP (Medication Administration Program) certification or the ability to obtain MAP certification within the first 90 days of employment

Summary

The Guild offers

• Employer contribution to retirement plan after 2 years of employment
• Collaborative work environment that values new insight and personal contributions
• Opportunities for professional development and growth

Why Should You Apply

As a member of our team, you will be surrounded by an exceptional group of talented staff that is transforming the lives of the people we serve every day. Staff members at The Guild are passionate about their work and appreciate the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of the individuals we serve.