Job Information
Eliot Community Human Services Brain Injury Support Specialist in Stoughton, Massachusetts
Description
A unique opportunity to join a newly formed team of professionals to start up a new services for individuals with brain injuries. Eliot's programs provides a person centered innovative supports and services to adults with brain injuries. Our programs are designed to meet the individual needs of each person we serve that enriches and enhances their lives.
Eliot offers an array of restorative skill building activities and supports for adults with Acquired Brain Injuries. Our Adult Day Services Program and Adult Residential Programs provide a full spectrum of services to rebuild communication proficiency, social & behavioral skills, self help abilities, and management of daily life activities.
Responsibilities:
Be alert and responsive to the needs of individuals if required
Provide support and training in the areas identified within the I.S.P. to promote personal growth and accomplishment (may include assistance with personal care and hygiene, as required).
Administer medication according to MAP regulations
Perform housekeeping tasks as necessary.
Report all maintenance and safety issues to supervisor.
Report significant health, psychiatric and behavioral issues to Program Manager
Attend and participate in meetings and trainings
Support individuals with a variety of medical, physical, cognitive, and socioemotional needs in completing daily activities including but not limited to ADLs, laundry, meal preparation, cleaning, leisure activity, etc.
Actively engage individuals in enriching activities that promote skill building and independence.
Schedule:
Friday- Monday 8a-4p (32hrs)
Sunday-Wednesday 3p-11p (32hrs)
Eliot is committed to identifying and dismantling barriers that prevent people with marginalized racial identities from actualizing their full employment potential, assuming leadership roles, or from fully engaging at all levels in the workplace.
Qualifications
Skills
Preferred
Administrative Tasks: Intermediate
Computer Software Skills: Intermediate
Experience with population: Intermediate
Communication Skills: Advanced
Education
Required
- High School or better
Licenses & Certifications
Required
- MA Driver's License
Preferred
- Certified Nursing Asst
Experience
Required
- Experience with this population 6 months