Residential Assistant - Youth Program

The Guild for Human Services; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plan after 2 years of work

Generous paid time off

Collaborative work environment

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

The Guild for Human Services in Massachusetts is seeking a responsible Residential Assistant to support the Residential Manager and assist in implementing a comprehensive residential program for assigned individuals.

You will help maintain a safe living environment, aid in ISP/IEP development, participate in community activities, and administer medications under MAP guidelines. Strong English skills and a valid driver’s license are required.

Qualifications

• Associates preferred, High School Diploma required.
• Background check process required.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Proficiency in written and spoken English is essential.

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.

Skills

English proficiency

CPI crisis intervention

1:1 supervision

Documentation/report writing

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma

Associate degree (preferred)

Job description

Schedule

Sunday - Wednesday

Brief Description

Willow House

Schedule

Sunday - Wednesday

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.
• 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

• Associates preferred, High School Diploma required
• 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