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The Guild for Human Services

Lead Overnight Residential Assistant - Adult Program

The Guild for Human Services, Concord, Massachusetts, us, 01742

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Sunday - Wednesday Mission

The Guild for Human Services educates, encourages and empowers individuals with intellectual disabilities so they may achieve their full potential to lead high-quality lives and participate meaningfully in the community. The Guild offers a workforce of creative, dedicated, and passionate employees working to enhance the lives of youth and adults with intellectual disabilities and other challenges. Position Summary

Schedule:

11:00 pm - 9:00 am To assist the Residential Manager (or ARM/ Assistant Overnight Supervisor or Overnight Supervisor) in the development and implementation of a comprehensive residential program for each assigned individual by providing support during the overnight hours and leading the morning routine in preparation for the day, including transportation to the school program. Primary Job Responsibilities

Provide leadership for the morning routine at the house before students leave for school by making AM assignments, ensuring all students complete their morning routines including ADLs and breakfast and ensuring medication is given Oversee a safe morning transition from the residence to the day program by following all protocols, ensuring students are safely loaded onto house vehicles with the correct ratio of supervision, completing the AM transition sheet and ensuring all students arrive safely at the school Remain awake for the entire shift and 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, and 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 IEP/ISP and daily activity schedule Implement positive behavior supports and individual behavior support plans for individuals who live in the home Assist in record keeping and report writing, as assigned Provide supervision of all individuals while under care Administer and record individuals’ medications, in compliance with MAP Able to transport individuals to various locations Provide direct supervision and care to individuals, including 1:1 responsibilities at all times and locations Participate in 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 transportation of individuals Must be able to implement crisis intervention techniques as necessary, including Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (via CPI certification) The ability to assist individuals in evacuation from the residence Requirements

A minimum of an Associate’s Degree is preferred; prior experience in lieu of a degree will be considered Undergo background check process Valid driver’s license Summary

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. The Guild staff are passionate about their work and appreciate the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of the individuals we serve. 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 Seniority level

Entry level Employment type

Full-time Job function

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