Residential Case Manager

Description

Job Type: Full-time, Benefit-eligible Position

Pay: $25/hour (Exact compensation may vary based on skills and experience)

Sign on bonus: $1000 Longevity bonus of $500 earned after 6 months and $500 earned after 12 months

Location: Newton, MA

Supervisor: Program Manager

SCHEDULE: Monday-Friday 1pm-9pm (Other shifts are available on occasion)**

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Follow all policies and procedures as outlined in the Pathway to Possible Personnel Policies and Procedures and the Pathway to Possible Policies to Promote Human Dignity.
• Participate in agency and Department of Developmental Services training programs and attend staff meetings
• Participate in the development and implementation responsibilities of ISP programs designed to develop personal competencies based on each resident's long-range plan.
• Complete all case management documentation responsibilities and maintain the confidentiality of all information relating to the individuals supported by Pathway to Possible.
• Participate in the maintenance of house, grounds, furnishings and equipment.
• Be available and responsive to all P2P supervision.
• Take direction from the Program Manager and participate in program and personnel evaluations.
• Attend and participate in client's medical appointments and obtain necessary documentation needed for follow-up.
• Must engage in personal care and hygiene maintenance of clients as necessary

Note: Staff may be re-assigned work locations based on the needs of the people we support.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree in human services or related field is preferred
• A graduate degree and/or 2 years case management experience is preferred.
• A commitment to the empowerment of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
• First AID and CPR Certified and Experience with individuals who have complicated medical needs is preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to be used across the P2P Community.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds
• Must be able to provide physical assistance to adults using wheelchairs
• Must be able to evacuate individuals supported within 2 ½ minutes
• Must be able to assist individuals in transferring from sitting to standing

Other requirements:

• Legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Valid Massachusetts driver's license.
• Clearance of CORI and SORI background checks as required by state and federal law.
• Clearance of DPPC registry as required by state law
• A cleared search of finger printing through the DDS criminal background check
• Current MAP certification and maintain MAP certification for the duration of employment.
• Comfortable working in an environment with a therapeutic cat.