MAP Certified Direct Care Professionals - Residential

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Join us at The Price Center to begin or grow your career in Human Services today!

The Price Center is a dynamic and supportive community that empowers adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities through our community day programs, community living programs, employer services programs, and more. We provide a nurturing environment where our participants can thrive and achieve their fullest potential. Our Residential Services program operates six homes in Newton where our team provides the individuals in these homes with a safe and comfortable environment. 

Full-Time and Part-Time Direct Care:

• Professionals for our Residential Program.
  • You will provide direct care and skill training to individuals in a residential setting to support daily living and social skills.
  • The DCP provides assistance with personal care, medication administration, implementing approved treatment plans, preparing meals, attending recreational activities, exploring the community and general companionship.

The Price Center is also hiring Weekend/Relief Direct Care:

• This is a PT position - Weekend shifts only
  • You will provide direct care and skill training to individuals in a residential setting to support daily living and social skills.
  • The DCP provides assistance with personal care, medication administration, implementing approved treatment plans, preparing meals, attending recreational activities, exploring the community and general companionship.
• This position offers a higher wage - Not eligible for benefits

Qualifications:

• Minimum of high school degree or GED. 
• Ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to lift and support body weight of any program individual with the assistance of another employee.
• MUST be at least 21 years of age and HAVE a valid driver's license with a CLEAN driving record and a willingness to use agency vehicle in the course of employment.
• Must meet Massachusetts Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) background check requirements
• Weekend availability 
• MUST have MAP Certification (Medication Administration training) and First Aid Certificate

Benefits:

• Generous vacation, personal and sick time available to all full-time employees.
• Employer paid Life, Long Term Disability, and AD&D insurance offered at no cost to the employee.
• Employer sponsored Health, Vision and Dental Insurance with a substantial employer contribution to the cost.
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match.
• Company scholarship program and tuition remission programs

$2,500 New Hire Bonus for Full Time MAP certified.

$2,000 New Hire Bonus and $1,000 for Part Time

• Eligible after successful 90-day introductory period.
• Paid out in two installments 3 months & 6 months. Terms and conditions apply.

Residential Weekday Shifts (Midafternoon 3:00pm to 11pm & Overnight 11:00pm to 9:00am)

Residential Weekends Shifts- (All shifts available: 9:00am-3:00pm, 3:00pm-11:00pm, 11:00pm -9:00am)

This job specification should not be construed to imply that these requirements are the exclusive standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as may be required by their supervisor.