What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Care Professional - Full Time position at Shore Educational Collaborative?
Shore Educational Collaborative has Direct Care Professionals positions are available in Shore's Adult Services Programs at Woburn.
- This position pays a minimum of $18/hr, up to $21, based on experience.
- Day shift, Monday - Fridays no weekends!
- Paid time off, Holidays and two additional weeks of paid program closure.
- Great benefits package! (Medical insurance, Dental, Vision, 403b, Employee Assistant program)
- Annual pay increases.
- Participation in the Massachusetts State Retirement System's pension plan (more information here: https://www.mass.gov/retirement-information-for-active-members-msrb)
You will directly work with a warm, interesting, and fun-loving group of individuals with developmental disabilities in an active day services setting. You'll lead and help individuals to participate in activities that center around building life, social, community, and therapeutic skills that meet their personal goals. Individuals have a broad range of abilities and some need staff assistance for dining and personal care activities, others for developing coping and self-expression strategies.
Our programs operate during regular business hours, Monday through Friday, with no on-call, night, or weekend obligations. If you're just out of school or have never worked in human services, this rewarding job may be the first step in your new career. If you're an experienced human service professional, you may find the change, challenge, and teamwork you've been looking for at Shore. We provide plenty of training that will build your skills and confidence, alongside co-workers who are available to assist.
Ideal candidates are dependable, like working with people, and have the energy to commit to a meaningful job. High school diploma or equivalent required. Driver's license preferred. Candidates must be able to meet the physical requirements necessary to assist people with physical disabilities in daily living activities and to participate in the training and implementation, if necessary, of behavior support interventions.
This position participates in the Massachusetts State Retirement System's pension plan.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $21.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Application Question(s):
- Why do you want to work with adults with disabilities?
- Please indicate if you are willing to work in any location or if you prefer Peabody, Chelsea or Woburn.
- Did someone refer you for this position?
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Caregiving: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $21
