Direct Care Intern

Program Interns

Program Interns will have the ability to observe and shadow program staff with all essential job duties and care for the individuals within Bridgewell's programs. In the various program settings, an intern's initial focus will be on observation of individuals and building relationships, and then progress into sharing in activities, participating in community outings, and learning about the individual needs of each person supported.

Following a period of observation and review of ISP, behavior support plans and other specialized support plans with the manager and program staff, the intern will gradually begin to participate in general care routines and program management activities including cooking, exercise routines, family interactions, and use of technology in the home for skill building.

• All interns are to remain with Bridgewell staff onsite through the length of the internship.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Aid individuals with all activities of daily living - may include meal prep, cooking, shopping, cleaning, taking walks, going to the movies, crafts, or even watching TV.
• Observe and provide services to individuals according to, DDS, DMH, MassHealth, HUD, DPH, CARF and all applicable regulatory standards, and Bridgewell policies and procedures.
• Maintain safety of all individuals including implementing emergency policies as needed.
• Complete core training certifications including CPR/FA, OSHA, PABC, if applicable (Bridgewell provides training).
• Any additional mandated trainings and certifications as required by the program.
• May accompany staff as they transport individuals as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Education/Experience

• High school seniors, new graduates, college students preferred.
• Interest in finding out about the human services field.
• Desire to want to have fun, make a difference and learn new skills.

Required Skills/Knowledge

• Great interpersonal skills.
• Written and oral communication skills so that writing of required documents is clear and articulate.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Computer literacy to include ability to use proficiently Microsoft products (Email, Word, Excel, etc.) and web-based applications used by the agency.

Physical Demands

• The physical demands of employees working in residential programs assisting people with their care needs are varied and require the employee to be able to maneuver people of varying weights, and provide lifting, balanced support and physical intervention in a few scenarios.
• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a person with a disability to perform the essential functions; however, approval will be based on the needs of the people served and consideration of safety factors related to any program or position within a program.

Why Should You Apply?

• Bridgewell is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer.
• All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
• The pay range listed for this position is the hourly rate range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, or other applicable factors permissible by law.
• Salary: $15.00 - $15.00 per hour.