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Berkshire Meadows Paraprofessional DayHab in Housatonic, Massachusetts
Program Description: Berkshire Meadows is a residential facility for children and adults with severe intellectual disabilities and complex medical needs. Job Description: This job requires you to provide support and direct care assistance to individuals with severe and profound developmental delays. You will be helping the most kind and caring individuals with their daily routines. In addition you will be assisting them with communication, choice making, social skills and relationship building. Must have good organizational and communication skills. Rate @ \$19.00/hr Monday - Friday; 7 AM to 3 PM Required to work holidays Sign-on Bonus: \$2,000 (\$1000 will be paid after 4 weeks of employment and another \$1000 will be paid after 6 months.) JRI offers a benefit package that is unmatched by other human service providers in New England. The Boston Globe recognizes JRI as one of the Top 100 Places to Work for the last 7 years. Our benefit package which includes medical, dental, pension and tuition benefits is one of the things that sets us apart. Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent. 18 years of age and older Must be able to communicate effectively, both in speaking and writing. Verification of employment authorization. Meet programs requirements for background checks Must be able to work independently. All new employees are required to provide proof that they are fully vaccinated against Covid-19.