Individual Support Staff at Better Community Living in New Bedford, Massachusetts

Job Description:

5 hours per week - Wednesday 8:30AM to 10:00AM, Friday 7:00PM to 8:00PM, Saturday 7:00PM to 8:00PM, Sunday 8:00AM to 9:30AM

Key Responsibilities:

• Attend to the daily needs of consumers on an individual basis as well as foster increased independence and self-determination.


• Teach socialization skills and activities of daily living including: household maintenance; self-care and hygiene; self-awareness and human development, menu planning, food shopping and preparation; money management skills/budgeting; transportation and community orientation; consumer skills; and utilization of community resources.


• Record and appropriately utilize necessary data, daily progress notes, staff log and complete all other ISP and program required documentation.


• Supervise and document self-administration of consumer medications as well as administer and document consumer medications as prescribed by a physician in accordance with agency and program procedure


• Required to attend all staff training sessions and staff meetings as scheduled.

Working Conditions:

• Physical activities include but not limited to climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, pulling, etc.


• Exerting in excess of 100 lbs. of force occasionally.


• Subject to both indoor and outdoor environmental conditions.


• The worker is subject to hazards such as moving parts, moving vehicles, etc.

Required Qualifications:

• High School/GED


• All applicants must be at least 18 years of age and have had a current US drivers license for 3 years and use of personal vehicle.


• Time management and writing skills


• Successful applicants must be able to successfully pass a CORI check, Drug Test, and a Driving Record Check.


• All applicants must be able to become First Aid, CPR, Human Rights, Safety Care


• Must have MAP certification

Preferred Qualifications:

• 6 months experience in human services

Salary: $19.74 per hour or as outlined in Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Benefits: BCL offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition, and 401k and life insurance options for all eligible employees.