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BFAIR Day Services Relief in North Adams, Massachusetts

POSITION DESCRIPTION: The Day Services Relief position is responsible for providing direct care relief in Day Habilitation, Community Based Day, or Employment services depending on the need each day. This position is a direct service role that assists individuals with developmental disabilities with skills training including independent living skills, communication, behavior, and affective development; sensory-motor, social development, and self-help as prescribed in each member\'s Day Habilitation Service Plan or Individual Service Plan dependent on the assigned location. QUALIFICATIONS: Min of 18 years of age. High School Diploma/GED must possess basic math (addition/subtraction) skills, ability to read & write, communicate effectively both verbally and written, ability to multi-task and exercise good judgement. Ability to complete all initial and ongoing background checks including but not limited to: CORI, SORI, Fingerprinting, LEIE, Driving record, E-verify, Physical, PPD and licensing and/or certification checks (i.e., nursing). Valid US driver\'s license and ready access to a vehicle. TRAINING REQUIREMENTS: Must maintain all certifications needed in the program including CPR, First Aid, Safe Techniques to Avoid Restraint and Training (START), Medication Administration (MAP) and BFAIR Human Rights Training. May need to attend workshops, seminars or BFAIR functions as needed for job development RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Treat each individual, co-worker, supervisor and others with the respect and dignity due every human being and adhere to the Department of Developmental Disabilities (DDS) Human Rights Standards, MassHealth regulations, and the Disabled Persons Protection Commission\'s (DPPC) Mandated Reporter Guidelines around physical and emotional abuse, including the timely reporting of violations. 2. Work with any of the individuals served, including providing physical assistance and/or assistance with mobility (light/heavy lifting and transfers), bathing, dressing and other personal care tasks as well as medical treatments, laundry, recreational activities, etc. 3. Develop a positive rapport/relationship with individuals supported to encourage and foster their own personal growth, individual control and emotional strength. 4. Act as an appropriate role model through dress, speech, and actions while in the program and in the community to foster positive social relationships and skill development See more by reading the full position description here{target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"}. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND MENTAL DEMANDS OF POSITION: Because of the nature of the work to be performed, requirements may include the following at least some of the time while assisting individuals in the completion of their routine tasks. Indoor and outdoor work is required. Please visit https://bfair.org/employment/job-opportunities/ for the full job description.

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