PIPELINE - Direct Care Worker I - Western MA Area of the Central/West Region - Full-time and Part-time - (21000AFA)

Description

This is an open and continuous posting for full-time and part-time positions on multiple shifts throughout the Western MA Area of the Central/Western Region of DDS.

The Department of Developmental Services (DDS) seeks caring and compassionate applicants for the role of DIRECT CARE WORKER I who are committed to building meaningful relationships and provide outstanding care and service.

The Direct Care Worker I provides’ programmatic direct care services and supports to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This is to be accomplished by the provision of an environment consistent with participants' needs in daily living and those skills necessary for community life.

Direct Care Worker I POSITIONS AVAILABLE IN THE FOLLOWING

Western MA CITIES & TOWNS:

Agawam | Amherst | Belchertown | East Longmeadow | Easthampton | Feeding Hills | Granby | Greenfield | Hadley | Hampden | Hatfield | Monson | Palmer | South Hadley | Southampton | Springfield | Sturbridge | Ware | Warren | West Springfield | Westfield | Westhampton | Whately | Wilbraham

Duties and Responsibilities (these duties are a general summary and not all inclusive):

• Provide support to individuals by assisting in the development and implementation of habilitative, behavioral and recreational programs in accordance with the Individual Service Plan (ISP) objectives
• Coordinate with direct supervisor(s) to ensure successful implementation of ISP's, use of appropriate methods, coordination of services and crisis intervention
• Assist and facilitate activities of daily living, such as household maintenance, self-care and hygiene, food shopping and preparation, budgeting, leisure activities and socialization skill development
• Attend individuals' review meetings and accompany them to various appointments; Transport individuals to work, recreational activities and other engagements as needed
• Maintain individuals' confidentiality and records; preserve individuals' human rights by complying with applicable laws and regulations

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain a respectful, caring, tolerant, ethical, and empowering relationship with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities;
• Capacity to assist/lift individuals with physical disabilities and/or limited mobility;
• Aptitude to transcribe, read and comprehend the English language

Agency Requirements:

• Possess current and valid Class D Motor Vehicle Operator's License
• Applicants must pass the Medication Administration Program (MAP) certification
• Upon successful completion of a training program, incumbents must obtain and maintain Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid (FA) certification

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $19.83 - $21.08 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Night shift
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• South Hadley, MA: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• Executive Order #595 requires Executive Department employees to have received COVID-19 vaccination or to have been approved for exemption as a condition of employment. Finalists will be given details about how to demonstrate receipt of vaccination or request an exemption due to a sincerely held religious belief or if the vaccine is medically contraindicated. Are you in agreement with this policy?
• Can you work weekends & holidays if required?
• Can you work overtime with little to no advanced notice?
• Are you available to work full-time OR part-time?
• Have you ever worked for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Human Services: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)
• Night Shift (Preferred)
• Overnight Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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