North Adams, Massachusetts - Berkshires, United States (On-Site) · Posted 30+ days ago
$19–$19 / hr
Job Function Direct Care/Residential Staff
Entry Level Yes
Job Type Part-Time
Job Duration Indefinite
Min Education H.S. Diploma/Equivalent
Min Experience 0-1 Year
Salary $19.00 - $19.00
Salary - Type Hourly Wage

About this role

Agency With Choice Advocate 1:1
Job Type: Part-Time
Schedule: 20-25 hours per week (M, T, W, TH.)
Location: 535 Curran Highway North Adams, MA

Are you looking for rewarding work with adults with disabilities in the community? As an Agency with Choice Advocate you will provide help with activities of daily living (eating and going out into the community) with socialization and engagement as priorities. Your day may include time spent with the member at one of the UCP drop in centers in North Adams or Pittsfield, in the community, at the home or any other location that both the member and family deem appropriate as you help the member navigate areas of importance such as hobbies, activities or interests in addition to providing guidance around needed life skills. Some afternoon and evening hours are required.  Although experience is preferred, we will train the right person for this role. 
There is an opportunity for additional hours, if desired, to create a full time, benefited position.

Communication Preferences for Member:

  • Uses text based communication as a primary method
  • Benefits from clear, concise questions and allows additional time to process information before responding
  • Prefers interactions with people who have a calm demeanor

Ideal Match:

  • Calm, quiet, and gentle with their communication style
  • Respectful of alternative communication methods including texting
  • Able to provide support without pressure, allowing conversations and interactions to occur at the individual’s pace
  • Kind, compassionate, and attentive to non-verbal cues
  • Comfortable with periods of silence and able to create a low-pressure environment
  • Reliable, consistent, and supportive in building trust and rapport
  • Sensitive to allergies and medical needs
  • Have some flexibility 

Key Requirements

  • Agency with Choice Advocate Requirements:
  • At least 18 years old with a High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Six months of relevant life/work experience with individuals with disabilities preferred.
Job ID: 85342494

About the company

UCP of Western Massachusetts
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