Direct Care/Care Giver - Part Time

About the role

The Center for Human Development (CHD) is seeking dependable Direct Care Staff in the Springfield, MA area and surrounding towns. Join our dedicated Direct Care Staff that work in a supportive residential environment for developmentally disabled adults living in a community-based group home. Many CHD Direct Care Staff have had previous experience as Home Health Aids, Personal Care Assistants, Certified Nursing Aids or even Caregivers to family members of their own.

Responsibilities

• Work within the Agency's team model, establishing open communication, support, and accountability among co-workers.
• Provide a supportive residential environment for developmentally disabled adults living in a community-based group home.
• Optimize individuals' independence through various activities.
• Assist individuals with activities of daily living, including personal care such as bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and maintaining personal hygiene.
• Administer medications as needed (training provided).
• Advocate for individuals in community settings.
• Build professional, supportive relationships with individuals, offering informal guidance with a person-centered approach while maintaining appropriate boundaries to ensure a respectful and safe environment.
• Provide opportunities to optimize their independence.

Requirements

• Ability to complete medication administration training (MAP certification).
• Previous experience working with individuals with dementia or behavioral complexities is highly encouraged to apply.
• All candidates must complete and pass background record screening process.
• Must have a vehicle for work use and current driver's license.
• Current First Aid, CPR, and MAP certification preferred.

Success Factors

• A passion for helping others with a kind and positive approach.
• Strong interpersonal skills, empathy for others, and demonstrated commitment to serving those with significant needs.
• Ability to work well within a team model and independently.
• Good written and verbal skills, and a strong level of compassion to meet the needs of the individuals served.

Pay and Benefits

The pay rate is $20.00/hr. Take advantage of a phenomenal benefit package that includes Dental, Health, and Life insurance. Paid time off, earned vacation time, and paid holidays are just to name a few.

Candidates that hold active MAP certification will be provided a $250 bonus when joining the team!