Weekend Float

Responsibilities

• Assist and support people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in maintaining healthy lifestyles in a safe and secure environment.
• Affiliate with planning and implementation of weekend activities for the residents.
• Provide direction to and act as role model for other P2P staff on weekend shifts in absence of Program Manager.
• Complete all documentation responsibilities and maintain the confidentiality of all information relating to the individuals supported by P2P.
• Participate in agency and Department of Developmental Services training programs and attend staff meetings.
• Participate in the maintenance of house, grounds, furnishings, and equipment.
• Take direction from the Program Managers and Weekend Managers and participate in program and personnel evaluations.
• Effectively communicate with Program Manager on a regular basis regarding issues affecting residents/programming/property/etc.
• Follow all policies and procedures as outlined in the P2P Personnel Policies and Procedures and the P2P Policies to Promote Human Dignity.
• Participate in the development and implementation of ISP programs designed to develop personal competencies based on Long-Range plans supporting people in accessing community services and activities.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; associate degree or bachelor's degree desirable.
• 2-3 years of experience working in a residential setting.
• Demonstrated ability to engage with clients who are struggling with some challenging behaviors.
• Ability to read and write English and to document and to update case records and logs proficiently.
• Ability to work with developmentally challenged individuals and diverse staff, clients, and volunteers.
• Flexibility and working as a “team player”.
• Ability to maintain a professional demeanor with great interpersonal and communication skills.

Other Requirements

• Legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Valid Massachusetts driver's license.
• C clearance of CORI and SORI background checks as required by state and federal law.
• C clearance of DPPC registry as required by state law.
• Comfortable working in an environment with a cat.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds.
• Must be able to provide physical assistance to adults using wheelchairs.
• Must be able to evacuate individuals supported within 2 ½ minutes.
• Must be able to assist individuals in transferring from sitting to standing.