Support Advocate (Res. PT) (65)
Company: Seven Hills Foundation
Location: Peabody
Posted on: June 22, 2022
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Job Description:
Overview
$2,500.00 Sign-On Bonus for new hires $250.00 bonus for new hires
already MAP Certified New Hires
New pay rate: $ 17.50 per hour
Support Advocate is a direct support professional (DSP) position at
Seven Hills Foundation. They act as a caregiver for a wide range of
individuals with an intellectual disability, developmental
disability, or an acquired brain injury (ABI or TBI). Customer
service skills, administrative skills, and compassion for others
are all traits of a Support Advocate. Seven Hills has opportunities
for direct care providers with many years of experience, as well as
for college students, stay-at-home moms and dads,
paraprofessionals, or teachers looking for a new career
opportunity. Part-time jobs offer flexible schedules in the
healthcare industry. Our full-time benefits, such as reduced
tuition on select online Associate's and Bachelor's degree
programs, tuition reimbursement, three weeks of vacation time, and
generous retirement match, support a healthy work-life balance.
Seven Hills Foundation is a growing nonprofit of 4,500 dedicated
professionals that celebrate diversity and inclusion. We also
provide the stability of being considered essential workers for
those Ready to Work. We hope you consider joining our team
today!
Benefits for Part-time Employees:
* Accrued Paid Sick Time
* Enhanced Retirement Plan: 25% - 33% Employer match (Minimum of 20
worked hours per week)
* Student Loan Assistance: Consolidation and free debt
counseling!
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Responsibilities
Position Snapshot: *Some of the duties of a Support Advocate
are/may include the following depending on the abilities of those
residing in the home and the needs of the program:
Support Advocates are responsible for the provision of day-to-day
services to our program participants. To assist and/ or teach
individuals varying levels of personal care which may include
bathing, toileting, teeth brushing etc. so individuals always look
and feel their best. To assist and/ or teach individuals household
maintenance, meal prep and/or shopping, while providing ongoing
opportunities for individuals to assume increasing control &
responsibility over their daily lives. Support Advocates may also
accompany individuals on appointments as well. Administering
medications (or supporting them to self-medicate) in accordance
with residential guidelines. To follow routines of the individuals
including, but not limited to; Behavior Support Plans, personal
care, Physical Therapy, etc
Support Advocates are provided a paid 5-day New Employee
Orientation and receive training on CPR/First Aid, Safety Care,
Defensive Driving, and Medication Administration Program (MAP).
They also receive program-specific training at the work site.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
* 18+ years old
* High School Diploma or equivalent
* Valid Driver's License & Good Driving Record
Preferred Qualifications:
* Commitment to assisting people with varying disabilities to
participate fully in their community and in their own lives.
* Varied interests and personal connections in the local
community.
* Proven record of conscientious, responsible behavior (work,
volunteer or school history).
* Ability to work as a creative, engaged, dedicated member of your
team.
Thank you for your interest in Seven Hills Foundation! We value
every applicant. If you experience any difficulty in applying or
need assistance, please contact the main office at
508-755-2340.
You can also see an overview of the amazing work our organization
does with this video:
https://vimeo.com/344648526
The mission of Seven Hills Foundation is to promote and encourage
the empowerment of people with significant challenges so that each
may pursue their highest possible degree of personal well-being and
independence.
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