Respite provider | Malden, MA

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  • Location: Wakefield, MA

experience and job responsibilities, which vary depending on the individual’s needs) About us! Empowering people. Supporting independence. Inspiring dreams. Communitas is dedicated to delivering individualized, family-centered services, programs, and support for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, throughout their lifespan and in their communities.

Summary: Respite workers have the opportunity to give the parents/guardians of the participant a break from providing care for their participant. Respite Provider will be responsible for assisting the individual with tasks to be accomplished within their scheduled hours. Roles and Responsibilities: ● Engagement and assistance

with the participant ● Work with individuals and families to achieve goals identified by the individual, family, and Family Support Program. ● Complete all necessary documentation to assure compliance with Communitas and DDS policies (documentation is very limited) ● Ensure the rights and dignity of all people supported is upheld at all times ● Develop and maintain supportive working relationships with program members ● Maintaining strict confidentiality for all information, and facility operations Qualifications: ● High school diploma or equivalent required ● Ability to backss problem situations to identify causes, gather and process relevant information, generate possible solutions, and make

recommendations and/or resolve the problem ● A valid driver's license, acceptable driving record and reliable transportation is required.

● Successful candidates will be required to complete a background check including references, CORI and fingerprinting. Benefits of working with us! ● Comprehensive training opportunities and room for personal development and growth abound for motivated and dedicated candidates. ● Recognition and awards for performance. Unique characteristics of respite care: ● The hours vary depending upon the individual and their family’s needs. ● Respite providers generally often do not have consistent weekly schedules, the number of hours may vary.

● Once a Respite Provider commits to working a certain day/time, it is expected that they follow through with that commitment. ● Communitas currently has families in need of a Respite Provider all around the Middleinteraction area. Check out our website: communitasma. org Powered by Jazz HR PIb9b98fc9f2ca-26276-31423600For more details: jobs-search. org/respite-provider_wakefield-c434592/respite-provider-wakefield_i1970114497

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