Support Specialist - Brain Injury Services

Eliot Community Human Services, Inc.; Stoughton (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Comprehensive benefits

Retirement plan

Wellness support

Life insurance

Professional growth

Job summary

Eliot Community Human Services, Inc. seeks a dedicated Support Specialist to join its Brain Injury program, providing restorative activities, building skills, and fostering social engagement for adults with brain injuries.

You will support daily living, communication, and behavior skills while promoting independence, with responsibilities including medication administration under MAP guidelines and safe home management.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma.
• Experience working with intellectually disabled or brain injured adults.
• Ability to drive residence van.
• Must possess a valid Massachusetts driver's license and maintain a personally owned vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support to individuals with medical, physical, cognitive, and socioemotional needs in completing daily activities, including personal care, meal prep, cleaning, and leisure.
• Assist with personal care and hygiene as needed, promoting independence and personal growth.
• Administer medications in accordance with MAP regulations and report any significant health, behavioral, or psychiatric concerns.
• Perform routine housekeeping tasks and report all maintenance or safety issues to ensure a clean and safe environment.

Skills

Brain injury care

Driving

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Join Eliot – A Place to Belong, Grow, and Inspire Change

At Eliot, your work has purpose. You’ll be part of a compassionate, mission-driven team committed to resilience, empowerment, and lasting change. We foster an inclusive workplace where all backgrounds and perspectives are valued, creating a culture of belonging and professional growth.

Benefits at Eliot

We prioritize your well-being, work-life balance, and career growth. Benefit eligible positions include:

• Generous Paid Time Off – Vacation, sick time, and paid holidays
• Comprehensive Benefits – Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Retirement Savings – 401(k) with employer match
• Wellness & Family Support – Discounted fitness services and access to trusted childcare resources
• Financial Security – 100% company-paid life and accidental death insurance
• Professional Growth – Ongoing training, career advancement programs, tuition reimbursement, and leadership development

Eliot is seeking a dedicated Support Specialist to join our Brain Injury program which provides high-quality, innovative programming to adults with brain injuries to enhance their lives, develop personal skills, and engage in community activities while building supportive relationships.

As a Support Specialist, you will offer an array of restorative skill building activities and support to rebuild communication proficiency, social & behavioral skills, self help abilities, and management of daily life activities.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support to individuals with medical, physical, cognitive, and socioemotional needs in completing daily activities, including personal care, meal prep, cleaning, and leisure
• Assist with personal care and hygiene as needed, promoting independence and personal growth
• Administer medications in accordance with MAP regulations and report any significant health, behavioral, or psychiatric concerns
• Perform routine housekeeping tasks and report all maintenance or safety issues to ensure a clean and safe environment

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma
• Experience working with intellectually disabled or brain injured adults.
• Ability to drive residence van
• Must possess a valid Massachusetts driver’s license and maintain a personally owned vehicle

Schedule

• Friday-Monday, 8am- 4pm (32 hours)
• Thursday-Monday, 3pm-11pm (40 hours)
• Tuesday-Saturday, 3pm-11pm (40 hours)
• Tuesday-Saturday, 8am-4pm (40 hours)
• Sunday–Thursday, 8am-4pm (40 hours)

Hourly Rate: $20.50 USD - $20.50 USD

At Eliot, we are committed to supporting you at every stage of your career, providing opportunities for growth, purpose, and community. We foster belonging in the workplace by identifying and removing barriers that may prevent individuals of all backgrounds from reaching their full potential, advancing into leadership roles, and fully engaging at all levels of the organization.