Direct Care Professional R49
People Incorporated · Fall River, MA · 2 mo ago
OTHR$21/hrPart-time
Pay Rate: $21.00/hour, increasing to $22.00/hour after one year of benefit-eligible employment.
Schedule
- Saturday: 12pm–8pm
- Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday: 3pm–8pm
- Additional 2nd and 3rd shifts available (part-time, full-time, relief/per diem)
About the Role
Direct Care Professionals support adults with developmental disabilities in a residential program. You will assist with daily activities and ensure a structured routine, including:
- Individual community outings
- Meal preparation
- Activities of daily living
- Personal care
- Medical appointments
- Medication distribution
Community outings provide opportunities for individuals to integrate into the community based on their interests, such as movies, shopping, dining, baseball games, and bowling.
Requirements
- Compassionate personality with a desire to make a difference in someone’s life
- High school diploma or GED preferred but not required
- Qualifying criminal background check and driving record
- Valid driver’s license and use of your personal vehicle
- TB screening and physical required upon hire, with TB updates every two years
Benefits
For employees in benefit-eligible positions:
- 4 weeks accrued paid time off
- 11 paid holidays annually
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 403(b) savings plan
- Wellness activities and initiatives
- Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
- Free life and long-term disability insurance
- Short-term disability insurance
- Discounts through LifeMart (e.g., movie and theme park tickets, T-Mobile savings)
- Employee Assistance Program
- On-site fitness center
- Discounts on auto, home, and renters insurance
- Free financial planning/analysis
- Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program
- Financial support with monthly student loan payments
- Professional Development Tuition Assistance Program
- Reimbursement for C.N.A. training and licensing
- Free DDS Certificate (Human Service)
- Scholarship opportunities
- Degree completion incentive
Training & Development
- Ongoing free on-the-job paid training
- Professional development opportunities
- Career advancement pathways
Preferred Qualities
While not required, the following candidates are encouraged to apply:
- Individuals with an interest in CNA, PCA, or HHA work
- Students in Human Services, Psychology, or Sociology programs (tuition assistance available)