Adult Companion (2802)

Job DetailsJob Location: Watertown - watertown, MA 02472Position Type: Part TimeEducation Level: High School/HiSet/GEDSalary Range: $20.00 - $20.00 HourlyTravel Percentage: NegligibleJob Shift: DayAbout the Role:

We are seeking an Community Living Specialist (CLS) to provide compassionate care and support to our individuals. In this role, you will be responsible for assisting clients with daily living activities, such as meal preparation, light housekeeping, and medication reminders. You will also provide companionship and emotional support to clients, helping to improve their overall quality of life. As an CLS you will play a vital role in ensuring the well-being and safety of our clients.

Location: Watertown

Schedule: 6 hours weekly (Tuesdays)

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
Ability to pass a background check and drug screening
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working with individuals with disabilities/acquired brain injury.

Certification in CPR and First Aid

Experience with meal planning and preparation

Responsibilities

Assist clients with daily living activities, such as meal preparation, light housekeeping, and medication reminders
Provide companionship and emotional support to clients
Monitor and report any changes in clients' health or behavior
Maintain accurate records of client care and progress
Communicate effectively with clients, their families, and healthcare professionals

Skills

As a Community Living Specialist you will utilize your excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build strong relationships with clients and their families. You will also use your organizational and time management skills to ensure that clients receive the care and support they need in a timely and efficient manner. Additionally, your ability to work independently and as part of a team will be essential in providing high-quality care to our clients. Your experience working with elderly or disabled individuals, as well as your certification in CPR and First Aid, will be valuable assets in this role. Finally, your fluency in a second language will be beneficial in communicating with clients who may have limited English proficiency.

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MAB Community Services provides equal opportunity to all staff and administers all personnel policies and procedures without regard to race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, sexual preference, gender identity, age, national origin, status as a Vietnam veteran era or disabled veteran, disability, or other factors which cannot legitimately be the basis for an employment decision. Furthermore, the agency is committed both to a program of affirmative action to encourage minority applications and to non-discrimination in hiring, training, promotion, compensation, and all other employment-related practices. MAB Community Services complies with all laws and regulations governing equal employment opportunity.

In accordance with MAB’s ADA policy, MAB will engage in an interactive dialogue with individuals to determine if the essential functions of the position may be fulfilled with or without a reasonable accommodation.
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