Jobs · OTHR · Massachusetts

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)

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