To apply for any one of these positions, please email, mail or fax your resume and cover letter to:

The Price Center
Attn: Human Resources
130 Rumford Avenue, Suite 106
Auburndale, MA 02466

Email: hr@barrypricecenter.org
Fax: 617-244-0069

Open Positions:

• Per Diem Job Coach - Newton, MA
• Part Time Group Leader - Newton, MA
• Case Manager - Newton, MA
• Live-In Residential Staff - Brookline, MA
  

 

Per Diem Job Coach - Newton, MA

Provide work placement and community integration support for Employment Services individuals while in the program, in the community and at community work sites. Contribute to coordination of individual services and communication with community employers, other agency employees, families, government agencies and the community.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Monitor and ensure the health, safety, rights and dignity of individuals to encourage their independence while in the program, at community work sites and in the community, in accord with individual choice and human rights.

Maintain community job placements, monitoring all required work tasks in a manner consistent with employers’ business practices.

Facilitate natural supports; promote positive peer relations and integration opportunities for long-term supervision and advocacy.

Use of own dependable vehicle to transport individuals and to pick up or deliver subcontract work as required.

Salary and Hours:

• $ 10.75 / hour
• Per Diem shifts available.

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Group Leader Position - Part time - Newton, MA

We are looking for upbeat individuals who love working with young people as part of ASCENT program, an afternoon program for youth with developmental disabilities (aged 14-25). A part time Group Leader is needed to help run the ASCENT program, under the supervision of the ASCENT Site Coordinator. This includes planning fun activities that also build essential life and social skills needed as they transition into adulthood. The Group Leader facilitates all activities while providing a fun and upbeat atmosphere. Activities include cooking, fitness, sports, shopping, dining in restaurants, movies, dancing, arts & crafts and other numerous field trips. The major responsibility of the Group Leader is mentor and positive role model for the participants.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma required, some college preferred
• 6 months experience working with school age children
• Desire to work with young people with developmental disabilities.
• Valid Driver's License, good driving record and a willingness to use agency vehicle in the course of employment.
• Energetic, creative and outgoing.
• Experience working with people with developmental disabilities and autism preferred.

Hours:

Part Time, up to 16 hours/week, 2:00pm-6:00pm, Tuesday to Friday.

Pay:

$10.25/hr

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Case Manager - Newton, MA

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Provide direct care services to adults with multiple disabilities.
• Adhere to all treatment plans for the individuals, maintaining records and progress notes.
• Work with individuals or with small groups, helping them develop gross/fine motor skills, communication, activities of daily living and social skills, focusing on teaching and empowering individuals.

Qualifications:

• One year experience in related field required.
• High School Diploma required, bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Desire to work with adults with developmental disabilities.
• Ability to work successfully as a member of a team.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Valid Driver’s License, good driving record and a willingness to use personal or agency vehicle in the course of employment.
• Ability to lift and support the body weight of any program individual with the assistance of another staff member.

Hours:

Full-Time, 8am-4pm, Monday through Friday

Salary & Benefits:

• $11.07 per hour to start
• Full medical and dental insurance, long term disability insurance, life insurance, 403(b) Retirement matching plan, tuition reimbursement program, paid vacation and time-off.

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Live-In Residential Staff - Brookline, MA

Status:

Non-Exempt, At-Will by signed agreement

Requirements:

• Experience with individuals with developmental disabilities, work experience in a community setting.
• Possession of a valid Driver’s license, a good driving record and a willingness to use personal or agency vehicle in the course of employment.
• Ability to interact with individuals, staff, and families in a professional manner
• Ability to work successfully as a member of a program team.
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing.
  
  Preference:
  
• Current CPR, First Aid and MAP certifications.
  
  Summary Description:
  
  Under the general supervision of the Program Director, the Live-In Staff will provide four overnight shifts at the residence.
  
  Each week, the Live-In Staff shall perform:

1. Four (4) “sleepover” shifts at the residence, each consisting of the performance of all necessary care, services, and supervision of the individuals between the hours of 9:00 p.m. and 9:00 a.m.

2. Four (4) “morning wakeup” shifts at the residence, each consisting of the performance of all necessary care, services (including transportation), and supervision of the individuals between the hours of 6:00 a.m. and 9:00 a.m.

3. From time-to-time, such the Price Center may reasonably request additional services consisting generally of the care and supervision of individuals. It is not anticipated that the Live-In Staff will be required to work in excess of forty (40) hours in any week. The Program Director will schedule the Live-In Staff’s duties in accordance with its normal scheduling process, provided that such duties may be scheduled on an emergency basis when necessary.

Compensation:

Use of one bedroom and bathroom in large Brookline home, rent-free. Use of common areas including kitchen and living room.