What are the responsibilities and job description for the Individual Support Specialist position at MAB Community Services?
MAB Community Services is a non-profit human service organization serving adults with developmental disabilities, adults with acquired brain injuries, individuals who are blind or visually impaired, and students ages 13 to 22 who have a variety of learning challenges and behavioral health diagnoses. MAB is proud to have a team of enthusiastic professionals who are passionate about supporting individuals with a range of disabilities live full lives and who desire to grow professionally.
Are you an ambitious person with the passion to make a difference! We want to hear from you!
Job Summary:
Full-time benefitted position and we also have a part-time non-benefitted (for Individual Supports Worker roles, they are located in the Worcester area and provide direct adult companion care in support to an individual with brain injury and other chronic medical and mental health conditions. Support is provided in the community or at the individual's residence with the goal of maximizing the individuals' capacity for personal growth, independence, and community membership. Responsibilities include assisting individuals with setting up and accessing services in the community, transportation to activities and medical appointments, grocery shopping, cooking, cleaning, and support with activities of daily living at home, as necessary. Additional responsibilities include various administrative tasks, including daily note submissions and time tracking.
Flexible Hours Monday - Saturday
Successful candidates excel in the following:
- Compassion and Caring - Do you enjoy caring for others? Are you sought out by others because of your compassion? Can you demonstrate empathy by putting yourself in other people's shoes?
- Resourcefulness and Creativity - Do you like coming up with new and creative ways to work with staff and individuals? Are you passionate about providing quality services and making community inclusion a reality?
- Communication and Collaboration - Do you have the ability to work with individuals, families, co-workers, collaterals, and other provider agencies?
- Ability to Adapt and Take Initiative - Can you demonstrate flexibility and perseverance that results in outcome-based solutions?
- Professional Perspective - Do you have a broad view of challenges and the ability to take to communicate with multiple entities?
Qualifications:
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Bachelor's degree and related experience highly preferred.
Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills along with a demonstrated ability to work with adults with developmental disabilities and/or brain injury or those with substance abuse, mental health, or dual diagnosis needs independently in the community.
Potential candidates must have a personal vehicle to provide transportation, as this is an accentual job function.
All hires must be Covid-19 vaccinated.
MAB Community Services is committed to workplace diversity and candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Job Type: Part-time or Full Time
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $17.50 - $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 4 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Night shift
- Weekend availability
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $18
