Residential Care and Community Living Specialist

The Guild for Human Services; Walpole (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan

Professional development

Growth opportunities

Job summary

The Guild for Human Services in Massachusetts seeks a dedicated Residential Assistant to support a comprehensive residential program for individuals with intellectual disabilities. You will collaborate with a team to maintain a safe living environment and assist in planning daily activities and services.

Responsibilities include implementing behavior support plans, supervising residents, and participating in team meetings to coordinate care and community outings.

Qualifications

• Proven interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team.
• Strong written and spoken English is essential.
• Demonstrated mature judgment and professionalism in challenging situations.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean, safe, and positive living environment for residents.
• Assist in developing and implementing each individual’s ISP/IEP and daily activity schedule.
• Support residents in community activities and experiences.
• Apply positive behavior supports and individual behavior plans.
• Provide supervision and direct care to individuals, including 1:1 support.
• Administer and record medications in accordance with MAP.
• Participate in meetings and program planning as directed.
• Engage in de-escalation of individuals when needed.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written English

Mature judgment

Education

High School Diploma

Associate degree

Job description

The Guild for Human Services in Massachusetts seeks a dedicated Residential Assistant to support a comprehensive residential program for individuals with intellectual disabilities. You will collaborate with a team to maintain a safe living environment and assist in planning daily activities and services.

Responsibilities include implementing behavior support plans, supervising residents, and participating in team meetings to coordinate care and community outings.