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Direct Care Job Category: Direct Service Requisition Number: DIREC006111
Full-Time On-site East Longmeadow, MA 01028, USA Center for Human
Development, (CHD), is currently looking for Direct Care staff to join
our new Enhanced Medical Group Living Environment (EMGLE) program. This
brand new 18-bed facility in East Longmeadow, MA allows you the ability
to provide quality care and support to those we serve with a small
client ratio. You will work alongside a supportive team of LPNs, and
CNAs, providing care and compassion, all the while gaining valuable
experience in CHD\'s modern EMGLE facility. A little about the emgle
facility: The Enhanced Medical GLE (EMGLE) provides a variety of skilled
healthcare and supportive services including around the clock nursing
and personal care assistance to Persons with mental illness in addition
to compounding medical needs. The program serves individuals with
layered psychiatric, cognitive, and medical conditions. Several
residents are considered high-risk due to histories of psychiatric
decompensation, behavioral crises, and medical instability. Presenting
challenges have included repeated hospitalizations, boundary violations,
aggressive outbursts, and refusal of care A competitive hourly wage of
\$20.00 and an attractive benefit package are available with this Direct
Care opportunity. YOUR ROLE AS A DIRECT CARE YOU WILL: Cleaning of
overall facility/rooms. Provides activities of daily living (ADL\'s) by
assisting with preparing and serving meals, feeding persons served,
personal care support, ambulating. Transportation of persons served, as
needed in program van. Provide behavioral support, intervention and
de-escalation. No Med Pass required! Qualifications: CPR and First Aid
certified, preferred. Valid driver\'s license, with acceptable driving
history. Ability to pass a criminal background check. Meeting physical
demands of the role. IE: Ability to lift 45 lbs. or more, stocking
supplies, exercising groups, extended periods of walking and/or
standing. Minimum six months or more experience working in a mental
health/behavioral supports field required. Participate and successfully
complete training requirements in compliance with CHD and the
Massachusetts Department of Mental Health. SUCCESS FACTORS: Enthusiasm
and passion for the work they do. Ability to collaborate and work within
a team environment. Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong Written Skills And Experience With Electronic Health Record
Management is a plus. Maintain safe work operations by following
policies and procedures. AT CEnter for human development (chd) Care
Finds a way: The Center for Human Development (CHD) provides a broad
range of high quality, community-oriented human services dedicated to
promoting, enhancing, and protecting the dignity and welfare of people
in need. At CHD we are celebrating differences, inclusion is not just a
policy- it is a daily practice. Multicultural, multilingual, and fluent
in sign language, CHD is a reflection of those we serve. CONNECT WITH
OUR TEAM TODAY! If this sounds like the right job for you, do not wait -
apply today to join our team. We look forward to hearing from you! Equal
Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
Qualifications Skills Preferred CPR Certif, Current - Expert First Aid
Certif, Current - Expert Medication Admin, Current - Expert Education
Full-Time On-site East Longmeadow, MA 01028, USA Center for Human
Development, (CHD), is currently looking for Direct Care staff to join
our new Enhanced Medical Group Living Environment (EMGLE) program. This
brand new 18-bed facility in East Longmeadow, MA allows you the ability
to provide quality care and support to those we serve with a small
client ratio. You will work alongside a supportive team of LPNs, and
CNAs, providing care and compassion, all the while gaining valuable
experience in CHD\'s modern EMGLE facility. A little about the emgle
facility: The Enhanced Medical GLE (EMGLE) provides a variety of skilled
healthcare and supportive services including around the clock nursing
and personal care assistance to Persons with mental illness in addition
to compounding medical needs. The program serves individuals with
layered psychiatric, cognitive, and medical conditions. Several
residents are considered high-risk due to histories of psychiatric
decompensation, behavioral crises, and medical instability. Presenting
challenges have included repeated hospitalizations, boundary violations,
aggressive outbursts, and refusal of care A competitive hourly wage of
\$20.00 and an attractive benefit package are available with this Direct
Care opportunity. YOUR ROLE AS A DIRECT CARE YOU WILL: Cleaning of
overall facility/rooms. Provides activities of daily living (ADL\'s) by
assisting with preparing and serving meals, feeding persons served,
personal care support, ambulating. Transportation of persons served, as
needed in program van. Provide behavioral support, intervention and
de-escalation. No Med Pass required! Qualifications: CPR and First Aid
certified, preferred. Valid driver\'s license, with acceptable driving
history. Ability to pass a criminal background check. Meeting physical
demands of the role. IE: Ability to lift 45 lbs. or more, stocking
supplies, exercising groups, extended periods of walking and/or
standing. Minimum six months or more experience working in a mental
health/behavioral supports field required. Participate and successfully
complete training requirements in compliance with CHD and the
Massachusetts Department of Mental Health. SUCCESS FACTORS: Enthusiasm
and passion for the work they do. Ability to collaborate and work within
a team environment. Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong Written Skills And Experience With Electronic Health Record
Management is a plus. Maintain safe work operations by following
policies and procedures. AT CEnter for human development (chd) Care
Finds a way: The Center for Human Development (CHD) provides a broad
range of high quality, community-oriented human services dedicated to
promoting, enhancing, and protecting the dignity and welfare of people
in need. At CHD we are celebrating differences, inclusion is not just a
policy- it is a daily practice. Multicultural, multilingual, and fluent
in sign language, CHD is a reflection of those we serve. CONNECT WITH
OUR TEAM TODAY! If this sounds like the right job for you, do not wait -
apply today to join our team. We look forward to hearing from you! Equal
Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
Qualifications Skills Preferred CPR Certif, Current - Expert First Aid
Certif, Current - Expert Medication Admin, Current - Expert Education
Salary : $20