A Caregiver or Personal Care Aide provides non-medical care for adults, including elderly and disabled people, typically in their own homes. Assists clients with daily tasks including bathing, medication reminders, and light housekeeping; may also provide transportation for appointments and errands. These roles do not always require formal certification.
Welcome! Thank you for exploring a career with Viability! Our team of 400+ dedicated staff members share the desire to do meaningful work and make a difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities in Massachusetts, Connecticut, New York, Rhode Island, and Oklahoma. •$500 sign on bonus ($250 at the completion of first week of training and $250 after successful completion of first 90 days)•
Position:
Community Living Support Professional 2 (Residential Direct Care) -
RELIEF Location:
Pittsfield, MA Rate of Pay:
$22.92 per hour
Hours:
No set hours per week, this is an on-call, as needed position
Schedule:
1st, 2nd, and overnight shifts
Summary:
This is an on call relief position. You will work in a small group living environment in Pittsfield serving adults living with co-occurring mental illness & substance use disorders. You will be a supportive, therapeutic presence and assist in the daily operations of the residence, to include accompaniment to activities/appointments and becoming trained to administer medications. Excellent training provided in Dual Diagnosis and Trauma Informed Care.
Qualifications:
High School/GED or HiSET plus 1 year related experience and/or training. One year supervisory or human service experience desired. Knowledge of and respect for diverse populations.
Requirements:
Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Must be organized, detail-oriented, and have solid time management skills. "Viability values our employees and the talents that they bring with them every day. Last year 30 staff members were promoted within the agency to roles that supported their professional growth." Full-time Viability staff members are eligible for the following: Health, Dental & Vision insurance plans. Dependent care flexible spending account. Flexible Spending & Health Savings account. Pet-plan discount program offered through Fetch. Company paid Long-term Disability insurance. Company paid Short-term Disability insurance. (NY & OK employees only) Company paid Life & AD&D insurance. Benefits & Perks for all Viability staff members: Employer matched 403B contributions starting day 1 of employment. Eligible for Tuition Reimbursement. Generous paid time off. 11 Paid Holidays a year. Access to training and professional development resources through our comprehensive online learning platform. Referral Incentive bonus. For every friend, family member, or previous co-worker you refer to join our Viability team, you will receive an incentive bonus for each successfully hired candidate! Employee Assistance Program that provides confidential assistance for all life challenges. Work-life balance. Who We Are Our team of 480 dedicated employees share the desire to do meaningful work and make a difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities in Massachusetts, Connecticut, New York, Rhode Island, and Oklahoma. Our Mission Our mission is to build a world in which individuals with disabilities and other disadvantages realize acceptance, inclusion, and access. Our Vision Be a community of program participants and staff making inclusion and access of individuals with disabilities or disadvantages a way for people, businesses, and communities to succeed together. To apply, please see the Careers section of our website at VIABILITY.org. If accommodations are needed for the application process, please call or text us at (413) 461-9486, and we will be happy to assist.
