Residential Assistant - Youth Program

The Guild for Human Services; Billerica (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent health benefits

Employer contribution to retirement plan

Generous paid time off

Collaborative work environment

Opportunities for professional development

Job summary

A community service organization in Billerica seeks dedicated individuals to assist in residential care for those with disabilities. Responsibilities include maintaining a safe environment, implementing care plans, and providing oversight for individuals. Candidates should possess strong interpersonal skills and crisis intervention capabilities. The role offers competitive benefits, including health insurance and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in service settings may substitute for formal education.
• Must undergo background check and possess a valid driver's license.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe and positive living environment for residents.
• Assist in developing and implementing residential plans.
• Administer and record medications as required.
• Implement behavior support plans and crisis intervention as needed.
• Assist with record-keeping and report writing.
• Provide direct supervision and 1:1 care as required.
• Participate in program planning and meetings.
• Engage in de-escalation when necessary.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Crisis intervention techniques

Ability to de-escalate situations

Written and spoken English proficiency

Education

Associate’s Degree

Job description

Overview

Mulberry House Sunday - Wednesday or Wednesday - Saturday

The Guild for Human Services mission: 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.
• Assist in record keeping and report writing, as assigned.
• Provide supervision of all individuals while under his/her care.
• Administer and record individuals’ medications, in compliance with MAP.
• Able to transport individuals to various locations.
• 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

• A minimum of an Associate’s Degree is preferred; prior experience in lieu of a degree will be considered
• Undergo background record check process
• Valid driver's license

Summary

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.

The Guild Offers

• Excellent health benefits-medical, dental, vision. We believe our benefits package is one of the most competitive.
• Employer contribution to retirement plan after 2 years of employment
• Generous paid time off
• Collaborative work environment that values new insight and personal contributions
• Opportunities for professional development and growth