Direct Support Professional - (Deaf Home) Lynn - Northeast Arc

Northeast Arc changes lives for people with disabilities, and we want you to join us! We are currently hiring Direct Support Professionals to work within our group homes located throughout the north shore. Direct support professionals help the individuals we serve live inclusive and independent lives in their homes and community.

About this Home: If you want to learn American Sign Language, like walking or running on the beach, and other fun activities then the Lynn Deaf Home may be a great fit for you! You’ll be working with five residents who are all deaf or hard of hearing and use ASL to communicate. They love going to the nearby beaches, mini golfing, and going to movies. And there’s plenty to keep everyone busy at home too: foosball, air hockey, cornhole, Wii, and disc golf in the back yard. If you’d love to help these residents live independently while working in a friendly and positive environment, apply now!

Job Summary: To provide quality living supports and be responsive to individuals living in residential programs or independently. Teach, support, and facilitate choices for people in their homes and within their communities.

Major Responsibilities:

• Provide Direct Care and support the clinical and social needs of the individuals' receiving services.
• Document accurately and thoroughly including in Inter-Team Communication Logs, Health Records, Daily Data Books and Fire Drill Logs as outlined in Northeast Arc Policy and Procedures
• Facilitate meaningful community experiences for each individual that fosters skill acquisition, relationship building and independence.
• Provide hands-on support at the home, including individualized supports in transferring, bathing and grooming, and following specific dining protocols and treatments.
• Administer medications according to Northeast Arc Policies and Procedures and MAPs Regulations. Support Drs appointments, ER and hospital visits and contact on-call nursing appropriately.

Qualifications:

• Valid Mass driver’s license required for most positions.
• Must be proficient in American Sign Language (ASL)
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds, stand for periods of time, bend, push wheelchairs, provide physical intervention as necessary.
• High School Diploma is required.
• Current CPR/FA & MAP certification (Preferred) but not required.

Hours: 30 hrs. to 48 hrs.
Pay: $22.00 - $23.00/hr.

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