Individual Support Provider

Developmental and Cognitive Services North Reading, MA... ID: 10658-709 Full-Time/Regular We make a difference- in your community and in your career. We are looking for upbeat, conscientious and hardworking Individual Support Provider! Our Individual Support program offers home and community supports for individuals with developmental/cognitive disabilities and/or acquired/traumatic brain injury who are living in their own apartment or in a shared living situation. Our goal is to help these adults thrive while living independently. We develop individualized plans, support skill development, and help the individual learn about their surrounding community. The Individual Support Provider helps individuals live safely in the community, maintain their physical and emotional health, foster relationships with family and community and develop the skills necessary to increase the individual’s independence. Interaction between staff and individuals will reflect an appreciation of each individual’s uniqueness. Riverside offers an outstanding staff training program, excellent supervision, competitive salary, benefits package and career advancement opportunities! Position requires traveling in and around North of Boston. Schedule: Tues-Sat 10 am-6pm (40 hours) Why You'll Love Riverside We make a true difference in people’s lives through rewarding work. Most of our jobs come with great benefits – including healthcare, numerous professional development opportunities, and generous time off - all in a respectful and inclusive environment, perhaps why Riverside was named a Boston Globe Top Workplace and a best-in-state employer by Forbes. Benefits Include • Comprehensive, high-quality health, dental, and vision insurance options • Flexible Spending Accounts – both medical and dependent care • Eleven paid holidays • Separate accruals for vacation (increases with tenure), personal, and sick time • Tax-deferred 403(b) retirement savings plan with employer match • Employee Assistance Plan / Travel Assistance Plan • Employee bonus for referrals resulting in hiring • Discounts to movie theaters, sporting, and entertainment events • Employee YMCA discount: 10% off a YMCA monthly membership and 50% off the joiner’s fee Learn More About Our Benefits And Culture Our Benefits Our Culture Hear what employees think about working for Riverside! Required Skills • Ability to communicate in and comprehend the English language, including clearly documenting individual progress and activities in program records • Ability to work as a member of a team and to function independently • Valid driver’s license and access to dependable transportation Required Experience • High School Diploma or equivalent; Bachelor's Degree preferred Riverside Community Care is dedicated to respect, integrity and engagement of all individuals. We are committed to building an inclusive and culturally competent organization and we value the richness of having a diverse applicant pool. As an employer committed to equal opportunity, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic as established by law