 UCP of Western Massachusetts
535 Curran Highway
North Adams,
MA
01247
Phone:(413)442-1562
Website: ucpwma.org/about-ucp/careers-at-ucp/
Company Description:UCP of Western Massachusetts is a nonprofit organization that provides services to people with all types of disabilities, including Cerebral Palsy (CP). Our mission is to advance the independence, productivity, and full community inclusion for everyone we support.
We are dedicated to providing innovative programs and services that meet the needs of our members and their families.
We are committed to providing high-quality services that are tailored to the individual needs of our members. We are also committed to providing a family-centered approach to service delivery.
If you are new to human services and you are looking for a rewarding career, UCP of Western Massachusetts is a great place to start. We offer a variety of opportunities including volunteer opportunities, internships, and full-time positions. We are always looking for talented and enthusiastic individuals to join our team. UCP has offices in Pittsfield, North Adams and West Springfield, MA.
| Job Title: |
| Adult Companion |
| Salary Range: | Location: |
$15.00 Per Hour | Adams
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| Job Type: | Category: |
Part Time | Human Services |
| Education Level: | Work Experience: |
High School or Equivalent
Required
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Up to One Year
Preferred
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Description: | Adult Companion
Job Type: Part or Full Time Hours available
Schedule: 5-8 hour shifts available, weekdays only
Location: Adams, MA 01247
$750 Sign On Bonus
Adult Companion Responsibilities:
As an Adult Companion, you will provide non-medical care to a functionally disabled senior who lives inAdams, MA. The goal of this role is to help members stay safely in their home. You will help with mealpreparation, light housekeeping, laundry, grocery shopping and other daily living activities. This service isprovided in accordance with a therapeutic goal in the service plan. This particular UCP member has awonderful personality, enjoys baking and knitting and spending time with their grandchild.
Adult Companion Benefits:
- Employee sign on bonus program (minimum number of hours required)
- Vacation, personal time and sick leave benefits
- 403(b) retirement program
- Mileage reimbursement
- College tuition remission program
- Employee referral program and more!
About Us:
As part of the UCP affiliate network, UCP of Western Massachusetts offers a variety of communityprograms and services for persons with disabilities and other similar service needs, including AssistiveTechnology, Early Intervention, Individual and Family Support, and Adult Family Care. UCP has offices inwestern Massachusetts and is COA accredited. UCP of Western MA is guided by a set of core principles -Respect, Integrity, Communication, and Empathy. Our team is dedicated to providing a "Life Without Limits"for people with differing abilities, and we are seeking a motivated and talented individual who shares ourcommitment to these principles to join us in our mission. |
| Requirements: | Adult Companion Qualifications: - Must be at least 18 years of age
- A high school diploma, or have life or work experience with individuals with disabilities and/or seniors
- Awareness of diabetic skin care needs
- Detail oriented and observant
- Appropriate communication skills to effectively communicate with member, caregiver and otherstakeholders
- Be able to handle emergency situations
- Understanding of the importance of supporting the dignity and human rights of all members
- Have certification in CPR/First Aid or ability to be certified
- Valid driver’s license, safe driving record, availability of private vehicle, up-to-date car insurance
- CORI, SORI, DPPC and National Fingerprint Check
- A negative Mantoux TB test or a clear chest x-ray
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