What are the responsibilities and job description for the Adult Companion position at Networks Supported Living Services/Enable, Inc.?
Networks Supported Living Services is a program of Enable, Inc. designed to provide case management to individuals with disabilities allowing them to live independently in the community. Persons served are consumers, rather than clients, and services focus on self-reliance and self-determination as the cornerstone for success. This program is funded through Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission, Department of Developmental Services, and MassHealth.
The Adult Companion provides non hands-on support for consumers. Duties may vary from consumer to consumer ad will be directed by the consumer and the Supervisor. This position requires someone who is highly ethical, self-motivated, and detail-oriented.
We are looking to hire an Adult Companion to work 15 hours/week for a female in Fairhaven, MA. The schedule will be in the afternoons and will be flexible.
Responsibilities and Duties
- Provides supervision and safeguards for consumers as needed
- Performs household chores such as shopping, laundry, meal prep, and/or cleaning the consumer's apartment of bedroom
- Cares for and maintains adaptive equipment
- Supports consumers in engaging in social and community activities, as requested by the consumer and directed by the Supervisor
- Supports consumers in personal activities, such as shopping and banking, either in the home or away from the home, as requested and directed
- Accompanies consumer to medical appointments
- Assists with scheduling transportation
- Maintains confidentiality in all consumer-related matters
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or life/work experience with individuals with disabilities
- Familiarity with population served or related population
- Familiarity with ethical and other considerations in the provision of services in the homes of individuals
***Any employee hired for 8 hours a week or more will be given a $500 sign-on bonus in their first paycheck and an additional $1500 retention bonus in their paycheck following their six (6) month anniversary.***
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $16.40 per hour
Schedule:
- Day shift
Supplemental pay types:
- Signing bonus
COVID-19 considerations:
All employees are required to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 (including booster), or be able to seek a medical or religious exemption.
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Fairhaven, MA 02719: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Application Question(s):
- Are you fully vaccinated against Covid-19 or able to seek a religious or medical exemption?
Experience:
- Caregiving: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: One location