Beaverbrook STEP Inc. is seeking a Weekend Support Advocate with strong leadership and advocacy skills to accept a dynamic role within its residential division. The candidate will be responsible for providing direct support to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities within a residential program located in the Waltham, Watertown, Belmont, Newton, Brighton, or Brookline areas. The Support Advocate will be responsible for the implementation of Individual Service Plans, supporting individuals to be active and inclusive members of their community, fostering continued personal growth and being part of a fun and exciting environment. Other specific operational responsibilities of the household will be assigned at various times.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
INDIVIDUALS
- Operational responsibility for implementation of Individual’s ISP goals and collection of data to document progress.
- Advocate for individuals on multiple levels as needed
- Provide direct care to individuals in a sensitive and caring manner.
- Write daily notes and keep accurate communication logs for each shift.
- Attend and keep accurate documentation of, medical/psychological appointments.
- Have fun!
STAFF
- Participate as a team member, offering support for fellow staff advocates
- Participate in ongoing supervision with the Support Director
- Attend all regularly scheduled staff meetings
- Provide leadership and guidance as a member of the staff team
SITE
- Share in daily operation of household, assuming responsibility for those areas designated by the Support Director.
- Be open to all staff development programs deemed appropriate to the specific needs of the site by the Support Director.
- Ensure the health and safety of the individuals by helping them maintain a clean and organized household
AGENCY DESCRIPTION AND BENEFITS
Beaverbrook STEP is a human service agency committed to providing progressive programs and services to 210 adults with developmental disabilities in the Greater Boston area. We need energetic, motivated and committed employees who want to make a difference. Our services include residential programming, supported living, community based day services, employment training and family support services. We offer:
- Superior Benefit and Compensation Packages
- Excellent Training Opportunities
- Recruitment Bonus Plans
- Tuition Remission
- Flexible Spending Accounts
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Do you have a valid Driver's License?
Language:
License/Certification:
- First Aid Certification (Required)
- CPR Certification (Required)
Work Location: In person
