Respite Direct Care Professional

Pay Rate $16.75 / Hourly

Morning & Evening - Per Diem

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

SUMMARY: The Respite Direct Care Professional (RDCP) works together as a team to provide Premier services to the individuals in our care. This position will: provide respite to an individual and relief for a family that includes but is not limited to individual outings, meal preparation, and ADL care if needed, distribute medication while maintaining human rights at all times. This position will implement Positive Behavior Support and Individual programs as identified in the Individual Service Plans. At times, de-escalation and crisis management techniques may be required to maintain the safety of others. This position may require a flexed schedule including 1st, 2^nd and 3^rd shifts. This position is required to work on a weekends.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Instruct and assist individuals with personal hygiene, housekeeping, social skills, leisure time use, advocacy, and response to emergency situations.

2. Plan for and provide support for community-based activities (as required) that are tailored to the individual’s strengths and interests.

3. Implement and document individual behavior programs where applicable.

4. Facilitate community integration by encouraging individual preference and providing opportunities for recreation activities.

5. Encourage and assist individuals to pursue relationships and develop rapport with local community resources such as stores, restaurants, etc.

6. Instruct and assist individuals with meal planning, preparation and grocery shopping; and encourage individual participation to the fullest extent with an emphasis on healthy choices.

7. Deal with immediate problems in the home; notify direct supervisor or the on-call supervisor.

8. Assist individuals with financial management to the degree specified in the Individual Service Plan; and manage petty cash, including documenting and providing receipts for all money spent.

9. Instruct and physically assist individuals with housekeeping activities when living in house for respite days; and promote a sense of pride and ownership in the home.

10. Ensure home is safe and free of clutter and debris; and instruct individuals in fire prevention and evacuation Procedures.

11. Participate in all staff meetings and required training sessions, including in-service training, as scheduled.

12. Provide individuals with transportation as needed.

13. Assist and/or support individuals in any emergency.

14. Provide safe physical intervention of individuals as necessary.

15. Awake overnight positions are closely monitoring individuals, completing assignments and are awake at all times.

16. Respite services provided could be 24 hours.

17. Respite support services may require a one to one staffing.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma/GED preferred but not required
• Skill obtained through Human Rights, Fire Safety, First Aid/CPR, MAP, Positive Behavioral Supports, and any site-specific certifications.
• Ability to assist and/or support individuals as needed and in emergencies that require full physical assistance.
• Ability to legally and safely transport individuals as needed.
• Ability to follow policies, procedures, and directions.
• Ability to work and communicate with others.
• Ability to stay on shift until the following shift has all arrived or management has approved otherwise.
• A qualifying criminal background check, driving record and a valid driver’s license require

People, Incorporated is a human service Agency serving the South coast community, including the Greater Fall River, New Bedford, and Taunton areas. As a partnership of specialized, integrated programs, we provide unique opportunities to people with life challenges. 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. Let People, Incorporated be Your Path to Opportunity!.

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

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