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Venture Community Services

Relief- Greenfield Area

Greenfield, Massachusetts, United States · On-site

$17/hr–$19/hr

Entry level$3M raised

Description Schedule: Minimum of 3 shifts per month Salary: $17.50-19.00 The Relief Staff reports to the Residential Logistics Director and is responsible for the daily care, supervision and safety of developmentally dis…

Skills: Patient Care, Behavioral Management, Crisis Intervention, First Aid, CPR

Venture Community Services

Relief- Brockton and Foxboro Area

Sturbridge, Massachusetts, United States · On-site

$17/hr–$19/hr

Entry level$3M raised

Description Schedule: Minimum of 3 shifts per month Salary: $17.50-19.00 The Relief Staff reports to the Residential Logistics Director and is responsible for the daily care, supervision and safety of developmentally dis…

Skills: Patient Care, Crisis Intervention, Behavioral Support, Personal Hygiene Assistance, Documentation

Venture Community Services

Relief - Worcester County

Sturbridge, Massachusetts, United States · On-site

$17/hr–$19/hr

Entry level$3M raised

Description Schedule: Minimum of 3 shifts per month Salary: $17.50-$19.00 The Relief Staff reports to the Residential Logistics Director and is responsible for the daily care, supervision and safety of developmentally di…

Skills: Patient Care, Behavioral Management, Crisis Intervention, First Aid, CPR

Venture Community Services

Driver/Monitor - Part Time

Sturbridge, Massachusetts, United States · On-site

Mid level$3M raised

Description The Driver/Monitor reports to the Transportation Coordinator. Drivers/Monitors are directly responsible for the daily transportation and monitoring of developmentally disabled / physically disabled individual…

Skills: Vehicle Operation, Patient Transport, Safety Monitoring, First Aid, CPR

Venture Community Services

6003-02 Assistant Residential House Manager

Gardner, Massachusetts, United States · On-site

$19/hr–$21/hr

Mid level$3M raised

Description Venture Community Services provides support to individuals facing diverse challenges through a compassionate and dedicated workforce using innovative practices that encourage independence, empowerment, and op…

Skills: Empathy, Compassion, Teamwork, Programmatic Supervision, Budget Management

Venture Community Services

L6003-11 Direct Support Professional

Gardner, Massachusetts, United States · On-site

$17/hr–$19/hr

Entry level$3M raised

Description Venture Community Services provides support to individuals facing diverse challenges through a compassionate and dedicated workforce using innovative practices that encourage independence, empowerment, and op…

Skills: Advocacy, Household Maintenance, Meal Preparation, Medication Administration, Behavior Support Planning

Venture Community Services

Direct Support Professional L6016-08

Dudley, Massachusetts, United States · On-site

$17/hr–$19/hr

Entry level$3M raised

Description Direct Support ProfessionalJob Details Job Type Part-time: 16 hours Schedule: Sun & Sat 7a-3p Pay Rate: $17.50-$19.00 per hour. Paid training by Venture! New Hire Bonus!! Dudley, MA • Residential Description …

Skills: Advocacy, Household Maintenance, Meal Preparation, Medication Administration, Behavior Support Planning

Venture Community Services

Direct Support Professional L6016-13

Dudley, Massachusetts, United States · On-site

$17/hr–$19/hr

Entry level$3M raised

Description Direct Support ProfessionalJob Details Job Type Part-time: 14 hours Schedule: Sat & Sun 3p-9p Pay Rate: $17.50-$19.00 per hour. Paid training by Venture! New Hire Bonus!! Dudley, MA • Residential Description …

Skills: Advocacy, Household Maintenance, Meal Preparation, Personal Care, Medication Administration

Venture Community Services

Developmental Specialist 6021

Greenfield, Massachusetts, United States · On-site

Mid level$3M raised

Description Monday through Friday 9:00am - 3:30pm $1,500 Sign On Bonus!! The Developmental Specialist directly supports individuals with developmental and other disabilities served through the Habilitation Services. The …

Skills: Direct Support, Case Documentation, Crisis Intervention, Patient Care, Communication

Venture Community Services

320P-01 Developmental Specialist - Part Time

Sturbridge, Massachusetts, United States · On-site

Entry level$3M raised

Description The Developmental Specialist directly supports individuals with developmental and other disabilities served through the Habilitation Services. The Developmental Specialist is responsible for implementing indi…

Skills: Direct Support, Crisis Intervention, Patient Care, Documentation, Communication

Venture Community Services

626-09 Direct Support Professional

Framingham, Massachusetts, United States · On-site

$17/hr–$19/hr

Entry level$3M raised

Description Venture Community Services provides support to individuals facing diverse challenges through a compassionate and dedicated workforce using innovative practices that encourage independence, empowerment, and op…

Skills: Patient Advocacy, Medication Administration, Behavior Support Planning, Crisis Intervention, Household Maintenance

Venture Community Services

626-11 Direct Support Professional

Framingham, Massachusetts, United States · On-site

$17/hr–$19/hr

Entry level$3M raised

Description Venture Community Services provides support to individuals facing diverse challenges through a compassionate and dedicated workforce using innovative practices that encourage independence, empowerment, and op…

Skills: Advocacy, Household Maintenance, Meal Preparation, Medication Administration, Behavior Support Planning

Venture Community Services

624-09 Direct Support Professional

Foxborough, Massachusetts, United States · On-site

$17/hr–$19/hr

Entry level$3M raised

Description Venture Community Services provides support to individuals facing diverse challenges through a compassionate and dedicated workforce using innovative practices that encourage independence, empowerment, and op…

Skills: Patient Advocacy, Household Maintenance, Meal Preparation, Medication Administration, Behavior Support Planning

Venture Community Services

6017-02 Residential Group Home Shift Supervisor

Webster, Massachusetts, United States · On-site

$19/hr–$20/hr

Entry level$3M raised

Description Venture Community Services provides support to individuals facing diverse challenges through a compassionate and dedicated workforce using innovative practices that encourage independence, empowerment, and op…

Skills: Leadership, Supervision, Crisis Management, Medication Administration, Case Documentation

Venture Community Services

6017-10 Direct Support Professional

Webster, Massachusetts, United States · On-site

$17/hr–$19/hr

Entry level$3M raised

Description Venture Community Services provides support to individuals facing diverse challenges through a compassionate and dedicated workforce using innovative practices that encourage independence, empowerment, and op…

Skills: Patient Advocacy, Household Maintenance, Meal Preparation, Medication Administration, Behavior Support Planning

Venture Community Services

6015-13 Direct Support Professional

Webster, Massachusetts, United States · On-site

$17/hr–$19/hr

Entry level$3M raised

Description Venture Community Services provides support to individuals facing diverse challenges through a compassionate and dedicated workforce using innovative practices that encourage independence, empowerment, and op…

Skills: Advocacy, Household Maintenance, Meal Preparation, Medication Administration, Behavior Support Planning

Venture Community Services

6012-07 Direct Support Professional

Webster, Massachusetts, United States · On-site

$17/hr–$19/hr

Entry level$3M raised

Description This open position is in a highly behavioral residential home setting. We are seeking candidates with experience working with behavioral individuals. Schedule: Sun 8a-4p, Mon 2p-10p, Fri 2p-10, Sat 2p-10p Par…

Skills: Behavioral Support, Patient Advocacy, Medication Administration, Crisis Intervention, Household Maintenance

Venture Community Services

6007-12 Direct Support Professional

Winchendon, Massachusetts, United States · On-site

$17/hr–$19/hr

Entry level$3M raised

Description Venture Community Services provides support to individuals facing diverse challenges through a compassionate and dedicated workforce using innovative practices that encourage independence, empowerment, and op…

Skills: Patient Advocacy, Household Maintenance, Meal Preparation, Medication Administration, Behavior Support Planning

Venture Community Services

6004-08 Direct Support Professional

Lancaster, Massachusetts, United States · On-site

$17/hr–$19/hr

Entry level$3M raised

Description Venture Community Services provides support to individuals facing diverse challenges through a compassionate and dedicated workforce using innovative practices that encourage independence, empowerment, and op…

Skills: Patient Advocacy, Household Maintenance, Meal Preparation, Personal Care, Medication Administration

Venture Community Services

6004-12 Direct Support Professional

Lancaster, Massachusetts, United States · On-site

$17/hr–$19/hr

Entry level$3M raised

Description Venture Community Services provides support to individuals facing diverse challenges through a compassionate and dedicated workforce using innovative practices that encourage independence, empowerment, and op…

Skills: Patient Advocacy, Household Maintenance, Meal Preparation, Medication Administration, Behavior Support Planning

Relief- Greenfield Area

Venture Community Services

Greenfield, Massachusetts, United States • On-site

Entry level

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$17/hr–$19/hr
Per diem
high school
Posted 32d ago
~40 hrs/week

Responsibilities

Provide daily care, supervision, and safety for developmentally disabled individuals in residential and community settings. Responsibilities include assisting with personal hygiene, implementing behavior plans, and maintaining a clean living environment.

Requirements

Candidates must be at least 21 years old with a High School Diploma or GED and a valid driver's license. Certification in First Aid, CPR, and Safety Care is required.

Full job description

Description

Schedule: Minimum of 3 shifts per month

Salary: $17.50-19.00

The Relief Staff reports to the Residential Logistics Director and is responsible for the daily care, supervision and safety of developmentally disabled individuals in the residential and community settings. Work a flexible schedule including, weekends and holidays, and be reassigned from one program to another without prior notice for emergency coverage. An opportunity to gain experience working with varied settings and may lead to part / full time employment opportunities. This position will be compensated on an hourly basis.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Monitor individuals for health and safety.
Ensure and safeguard individuals' human dignity, rights, and liberties.
Safely evacuate individuals in the event of fire or disaster.
Ability to Communicate with the Residential Logistics Director at least once every two weeks via phone or email to discuss upcoming openings, give feedback on previous covered shifts, schedule needed training and other concerns.
Ability to remain on duty after scheduled hours if you have not been relieved by oncoming staff.
Ability to work a minimum of 3 shifts every month; if and when shifts are available.
Physically escort/restrain individuals during emergency situations or behavioral episodes, to ensure safety of individuals and program staff.
Physically assist individual, as needed, in bathing and personal hygiene tasks which may include lifts and support to individuals with body weights of 150 - 250 pounds.
Physically assist individuals in transfer and carries, both ambulatory and non-ambulatory.
Educate and train individuals in goals and objectives specified in ISP and behavior plan.
Educate and assist individuals with meal preparation.
Educate, transport, accompany and provide supervision to individuals in/to their place of worship.
Maintain records and document daily data.
Demonstrate a high regard for each person and sensitivity for cultural values, expectations and goals of individuals, families, staff and others.
Display professional attitude and behavior, being courteous, empathetic, helpful and positive in all interpersonal interactions.
Work effectively and cooperatively with individuals, staff, families, community members and others; presenting self and Venture in a positive and professional manner.
Focus on providing consumer satisfaction as primary goal; regularly seeking feedback and input from persons served.
Maintain confidentiality by discussing individual concerns only with appropriate people in private settings.
Be an active listener and utilize clear and direct communication.
Assist individuals to identify, develop and participate in a variety of meaningful activities to increase functional independence.
Support individuals as appropriate, in making and expressing choices, throughout their day; to include a total communication system.
Assist individuals to build on their individual strengths and interests.
Identify and provide the support needed by individuals to successfully become a part of the community and to participate with in-house activities; according to each person’s needs and wishes.
Follow the learning style and implementation strategy as outlined in each person’s DHSP.
Consistently incorporate individual’s therapeutic goals into daily activities etc.
Document each person’s progress towards DHSP objectives.
Complete all necessary data sheets for the Physical, Occupational, Speech and Behavioral Therapists.
Complete incident reports as necessary; to include behavioral incident reports.
Assist individuals physically as necessary, including, but not limited to: Using the restroom. Regularly lift and/or transfer/move individuals in and out of wheelchairs, vehicles, up from and down to a mat etc.
Responsible for daily housekeeping and cleaning of residence to include laundry, dishes, mopping, sweeping, snow shoveling.
Able to work a flexible schedule based on programmatic coverage, weekend, holidays, and program emergencies.
Implement Agency policies and procedures as defined in the Agency Policy and Procedure Manual.
Maintain confidentiality and positive demeanor while successfully juggling multiple priorities simultaneously.

MARGINAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Coordinate and assist with planning of leisure time.
Provide emergency coverage to include overnights and direct care coverage.
Handle related job duties in compliance with the Agency Policy and Procedure Manual.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

Maintain First Aid, CPR & Safety Care certifications.
Ability to work up to twelve hours at a time.
Insure the program maintains the standards outlined in the Department of Developmental Services, the agency Mission Statement, the Survey and Certification Tool, as well as requirements of Performance Based Objectives.
Obtain and maintain certification in Applied Non-Violence, Safety Care and PBS.
Complete Agency Orientation requirements within 90 days of employment.
Will not engage in actions that jeopardize the care and safety of individuals at any time.

Requirements

High School Degree or G.E.D.
Must be 21+ years old, have a valid driver’s license, daily use of a car on site (preferred but not required) and be available by telephone for daily contact.

Related keywords

Developmental DisabilitiesISPDHSPApplied Non-ViolenceSafety CarePBSResidential CareDirect CareBehavioral Incident ReportsHuman Dignity

About Venture Community Services

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Industry: Civic and Social Organizations
Company size: 501-1,000 employees
Founded: 1975
Headquarters: Sturbridge, ma
LinkedIn followers: 615
Total funding: $3M

Venture Community Services is committed to providing individuals with disabilities and other challenges, their families and caregivers access to the opportunities they deserve. Through innovative practices and a visionary approach, we set our focus on the uniqueness of each individual and offer personalized support. We foster independence through a continuum of support which includes community residential services, shared living, adult foster care, transportation services and community day programs. We also offer Professional Training such as ServSafe & CPR / First Aid. Our Mission: Venture Community Services provides support to individuals facing diverse challenges through a compassionate and dedicated workforce using innovative practices that encourage independence, empowerment and opportunity. Venture Core Values: Honesty, Respect, Integrity, Compassion, Innovation

Offices: 1 Picker Road, Sturbridge, ma 01566, US · 650 N Main Street, Leominster, MA 01453, US · 670 Douglas St, Uxbridge, Massachusetts 01569, US

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