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Individual Supports

Department: Residential Services
Location: Taunton, MA
What is the shift?: Hours Vary
Worker Category : Per Diem
Total number of hours: 6

Individual Supports Counselor - Per Diem, Part Time and Full Time

Pay $18.00 / Hour

$19.00 (after one year)

Looking for a fulfilling career while making a positive impact in the lives of others?

Do you want a workplace where you can have passion behind what you do and the people you serve?

Then why the heck haven’t you applied yet?!

Why join our Team?

Come work in a rewarding and creative environment that encourages growth, collaboration and community involvement that is exploding with opportunities.

At People Incorporated you will find a path to endless opportunities and a rewarding career! We offer a supportive work environment, Employee Recognition Program, Professional Development, opportunities for growth as well as industry-leading wages and a comprehensive benefit package that includes:

**For employees working in benefit eligible positions only**

Available Benefits:

  • 4 weeks accrued paid time off
  • 11 paid holidays annually
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • 403(b) savings plan
  • Wellness Activities and initiatives
  • Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Account
  • FREE Life and Long-term Disability Insurance
  • Short-term Disability Insurance
  • Select discounts through LifeMart (i.e., Discount movie and theme park tickets, savings on T-Mobile)
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Fitness Center on Site
  • Discounts on Auto, Home and Renters Insurance
  • Free Financial Planning/Analysis
  • Public Services Student Loan Forgiveness Program

Professional Developmental:

  • Tuition Assistance Program
  • Financial support with monthly student loan payments
  • Reimbursement for C.N.A. Training and Licensing
  • FREE DDS Certificate (Human Service)
  • Scholarship Opportunities
  • Degree Completion Incentive
  • Tuition Assistance Program

What do I need to join the team?

  • Be a compassionate person and enjoy making a difference in someone’s life
  • High school diploma or GED preferred but not required
  • A qualifying criminal background check and driving record
  • Valid driver’s license

Individual Supports

Our Individual Support Program is looking for compassionate people to serve as an IS Counselor providing premier services to the individuals in our care.

What does the job entail?

You supporting adults with development disabilities in Individuals' home. Individual Support Counselors implements individualized programs as specified in Individual Service Plans, provides for individuals’ health and welfare, and ensures general cleanliness and safety in individuals’ homes.

  • Providing Individual community outings
  • Encourage rapport with local resources
  • Instruct and assist with meal preparation
  • Assistance with activities of daily living
  • Instruct and physically assist with housekeeping activities
  • Medical appointments
  • Administer and documentation of medication and/or monitor medical health
  • Assist with financial management
  • Ensure home is safe

What are Community Outings?

As a Direct Care professional you will provide opportunities for individuals to integrate into the community and enjoy outings that interest them. Examples of some outings are:

  • The Movies
  • Shopping
  • Going to Dinner
  • Baseball Game
  • Bowling

People Incorporated is a forward-thinking human service Agency staffed by caring people who are proud to create opportunities for children, adults, and families throughout the Southcoast community, including the Greater Fall River, New Bedford, and Taunton areas. We strongly believe in our mission, enormously respect the efforts of the people we employ and will continue to work tirelessly for the betterment of our community. Since our inception in 1968, we have been one of the largest providers of supports and services to people of all abilities in the community.

Candidates with these qualities are encouraged to apply:

Although it is not a requirement, candidates with an interest in CNA, PCA and HHA type work are encouraged to apply. Students in Human Services, Psychology, and Sociology programs are encouraged to apply. (Note that we offer tuition reimbursement!)

Join us! #peoplewithapurpose

People Incorporated is committed to an inclusive and diverse work environment. We are a proud equal opportunity employer that welcomes and strongly encourages all races, religions, nationalities, genders, the LGTBQIA+ community, and people with disabilities to apply. Our ability to attract and retain a talented and dedicated workforce that reflects the diverse backgrounds of those we serve is what drives our Agency’s success. We continue to promote an environment of continuous learning, inclusion, mutual respect, and belonging to ensure our employees feel valued, seen, and heard.

People Incorporated offers a competitive salary and benefits package that includes health, dental, 403(b),FSA, LTD, life insurance and generous accrued time off. To learn more about People Inc please visit us online at www.peopleinc-fr.org

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