Job Type: Full-time, Benefit-eligible Position

Pay: $25-$28/hour

Longevity Bonus: $1000.00

Location: Newton, and Wellesley, MA

Supervisor: Program Manager

SCHEDULE:

- 40 hours per week, may include evening and weekend hours

- Typical schedule is Monday-Friday 10am-6pm may include the occasional weekend day.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Follow all policies and procedures as outlined in the Pathway to Possible Personnel Policies and Procedures and the Pathway to Possible Policies to Promote Human Dignity  
• Participate in agency and Department of Developmental Services training programs and attend staff meetings  
• Participate in the development and implementation responsibilities of ISP programs designed to develop personal competencies based on each resident's long-range plan  
• Support individuals in P2P’s Independent Living Program in apartment and shared living settings. This includes individuals with various intellectual/developmental disabilities, particularly those on the autism spectrum. 
• Complete all case management documentation responsibilities and maintain the confidentiality of all information relating to the individuals supported by Pathway to Possible  
• Assist individuals with laundry, food preparation, and shopping as needed 
• Be available and responsive to all P2P supervision.  
• Take direction from the Program Manager and participate in program and personnel evaluations  
• Attend and participate in client's medical appointments (planned and emergency) and obtain necessary documentation needed for follow-up.  
• Must be comfortable advocating for client rights 
• Must engage in personal care and hygiene maintenance of clients as necessary  
• Must be able to communicate client concerns with the greater team 
• Must be flexible. Schedule may sometimes vary based on needs of the individuals 
• Must have keen organizational skills and be a self-directed team player  

Note: Staff may be re-assigned work locations based on the needs of the people we support.

REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• Human Service experience required
• Experience working with individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder preferred
• Valid Massachusetts Driver’s License required
• Driver's record being returned as valid and acceptable
• First Aid and CPR training required
• Current MAP certification or the ability to acquire MAP certification (Medication Administration Program) within 90 days of your start date and maintain MAP certification for the duration of employment
• Legally authorized to work in the United States
• Clearance of CORI background checks as required by state and federal law
• Clearance of DPPC registry as required by state law
• Cleared search of fingerprinting through DDS criminal background check

The ideal candidate will have the following skills:

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite 
• Strong executive function with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong commitment to individual’s human rights.
• Passion and commitment to Pathway to Possible’s mission and values.

Physical Requirements:

• Sustained periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds
• Must be able to provide physical assistance to adults using wheelchairs
• Must be able to evacuate individuals supported within 2 ½ minutes
• Must be able to assist individuals in transferring from sitting to standing