Direct Care Professional
- Springfield, MA
- $18.00-20.00 per hour
- Permanent
- Full-time
Shift: Multiple shifts available, including overnightsPay: $18-$20 per hour (Base on experience and certifications - See below)ServiceNet is looking for amazing people who love helping others and making a difference! If you enjoy working with adults who have brain injuries and want to be part of a team that supports them in living happy, meaningful lives, this job is for you!Key Responsibilities:
- Help with Daily Activities: Assist with everyday tasks such as eating, dressing, and using special equipment.
- Home Support: Cook meals, clean, do laundry, shop for groceries, and help keep the home cozy.
- Transportation: Drive residents to appointments, events, and other activities.
- Keep Records: Write daily notes and track important information.
- Support Goals: Help residents achieve their personal goals.
- Administer Medication: Give out medications once trained.
- Stay Updated: Complete required training and certifications.
- Teamwork: Work closely with your team and follow instructions from your manager.
- No Educational Requirements: We will train you!
- Driver's License: Must have a valid license for at least 6 months and a good driving record.
- Physical Ability: Be able to perform all the tasks needed and ensure the safety of residents.
- Basic Computer Skills: Know how to use a computer.
- Background Check Required
- $18/hr: For individuals without Medical Application Program (MAP) certification
- $20/hr: For individuals with an active MAP certification
- Base $18/hr + $2/hr MAP certification differential
- Paid Vacation Leave (starting at two weeks minimum plus year-end rollover)
- Paid Sick Leave (11 days plus year-end rollover)
- Paid Holidays (11 holidays + 1 floating holiday)
- Paid Personal Leave (3 days)
- 403(b) Retirement Plan (with 1-to-1 match up to 4% by ServiceNet after one year)
- Health Insurance (85-90% paid by ServiceNet for individual plans)
- Comprehensive Dental Insurance
- Pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts for Medical and Dependent Care Expenses
- Life Insurance (100% paid by ServiceNet)
- Long-term Disability Insurance (100% paid by ServiceNet)
- Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Discounted Auto and Homeowner's Insurance
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligibility
- Tuition Remission for Eligible Classes at Massachusetts State Colleges, Community Colleges, and the University of Massachusetts
- Continuing Education and Professional Training Opportunities
- required fields
I grew up on a farm, showed dairy cows when I was in high school, studied Animal Science at Smith Voc, and worked on several farms raising llamas, goats and alpacas before I came to Prospect Meadow. And I've since learned at least as much from the farm hands as I have brought to them. They are an incredible group of caring, curious, nurturing people who always want to know how I am, how my dog is; and they are eager to learn what I share with them about farming. They've taught me how to communicate very specifically, to include important details, and to check to make sure I've been understood-not just to assume. And they've taught me how to slow down, take a breath, think.
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I know from personal experience what a positive difference shelter programs can make in people's lives. After my wife and I 'graduated' from ServiceNet's family shelter, I knew this was the work I wanted to do. I treat people the way they should be treated, and that all starts with respect. The people I work with are adults; no matter where they came from, I don't judge. I listen, let them know they can trust me. And it's that relationship that can make all the difference as people start getting their lives back together.
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I bring my values into play in the work I do here at the clinic-in the connections I make with clients and with others on our team. It's important to me to use my skills in a way that can make a difference in the world. Witnessing a client achieve their personal goal or face a challenge that had seemed insurmountable is the joy for me. As is being part of a team where our leaders encourage us to balance productivity with personal growth, building relationships, and slowing down enough to express appreciation. This work can be hard, and we all do it better when we feel valued.
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