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The Guild for Human Services

Overnight Residential Assistant - Youth

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What they do

A Residential Assistant or Advisor works in a residential mental health, long-term care, or substance abuse treatment facility and provides support for patients, including resolving conflicts, helping them adjust to their environment, and alleviating concerns. Performs inspections and assists with move-ins and facility programming.

$44,837 / year median in Massachusetts

+5% projected growth

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Overnight Residential Assistant - Youth The Guild for Human Services - 3.0 Waltham, MA Job Details Full-time $19 - $24 an hour 1 hour ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Retirement plan Qualifications CPI Certification English Conflict de-escalation Company vehicle operation Emergency response in crisis intervention High school diploma or GED Emergency evacuation protocols
Full Job Description Willow House Schedule:
Wednesday - Saturday The Guild utilizes the collaborative efforts of leading professionals, best-practice approaches, tailored curricula and unmatched care to treat the individuals we serve.
Mission :
The mission of The Guild for Human Services is to educate, encourage and empower individuals with intellectual disabilities so they may achieve their full potential to lead high-quality lives and participate meaningfully in the community. At The Guild you can join a workforce of creative, dedicated, and passionate employees working every day to enhance the lives of youth and adults with intellectual disabilities and other challenges.
Primary Job Responsibilities :
Remain awake for the entire shift and to provide support to individuals in the house as needed. Complete overnight checklists and reports as outlined by each individual's service plan and/or behavior plan. Work as a member of a team to maintain a clean, safe, positive living environment for each individual who lives at the residence including completing laundry and cleaning assignments Assist in the development and implementation of each individual's residential ISP/IEP and daily activity schedule. Implement positive behavior supports and individual behavior support plans for individuals who live in the home. Provide supervision of all individuals while under his/her care. Administer and record individuals' medications, in compliance with MAP. Provide direct supervision and care to individuals, including 1:1 responsibilities at all times and locations. Participate in any meetings pertaining to assigned individuals or program planning, as directed. Engage in de-escalation of individuals.
Essential Job Functions:
Regular attendance at work is an essential function of the job including weekends, holidays and inclement weather situations. Demonstrated evidence of mature judgment, good interpersonal skills, a desire to enrich individuals' lives and a willingness to learn from skilled professionals. Physical and mental capacity to work in stressful situations and de-escalate individuals who have limited cognition and complex needs Proficiency in written and spoken English is an essential function of the job. Pass Guild Driving test to access Guild vehicles for transportations of individuals. The ability to implement crisis intervention techniques as necessary, including Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (via certification through CPI). The ability to assist individuals in evacuation from the residence Associates preferred, High School Diploma required A valid driver's license Must meet undergo Massachusetts background check. The Guild offers : Excellent health benefits-medical, dental, vision. We believe our benefits package is one of the most competitive. Employer contribution to retirement plan after 2 years of employment Generous paid time off Collaborative work environment that values new insight and personal contributions Opportunities for professional development and growth
Why Should You Apply:
As a member of our team, you will be surrounded by an exceptional group of talented staff that is transforming the lives of the people we serve every day. Staff members at The Guild are passionate about their work and appreciate the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of the individuals we serve.