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This range is provided by UCP of Western Massachusetts. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$21.00/hr - $21.00/hr

Family Support Advocate

Schedule:

20 hours per week

Location:

Amherst, MA

We are seeking a support person for a young man in a home program in Amherst. He enjoys hiking, biking, snowshoeing, and volunteering on local farms. He requires support and supervision to continue being successful in the community. Experience with disabilities required. Must be able to work well both independently and as a team player.

As an AWC Family Support Advocate you will provide help with activities of daily living (eating and going out into the community) with socialization and engagement as priorities. Your day may include time spent in the community, at the home or any other location that both the member and family deem appropriate as you help the member navigate areas of importance such as hobbies, activities or interests in addition to providing guidance around needed life skills.

Some afternoon and evening hours are required.

• At least 18 years old with High school diploma or equivalent
• Life or work experience with individuals with developmental or intellectual disabilities, preferably ASD
• Ability to use a computer to enter case notes; communicate by email, video conferencing, etc.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information
• Be able to handle emergency situations
• Have certification in CPR/First Aid or ability to be certified
• Valid driver’s license, safe driving record, availability of private vehicle, up-to-date car insurance
• CORI, SORI, DPPC and National Fingerprint Check

• Vacation, personal time and sick leave benefits
• 403(b) retirement program
• Mileage reimbursement
• Employee referral program and more!

As part of the UCP affiliate network, UCP of Western Massachusetts offers a variety of community programs and services for persons with disabilities and other similar service needs, including Assistive Technology, Early Intervention, Individual and Family Support, and Adult Family Care. UCP has offices in western Massachusetts and is COA accredited. UCP of Western MA is guided by a set of core principles - Respect, Integrity, Communication, and Empathy.

Our team is dedicated to providing a "Life Without Limits" for people with differing abilities, and we are seeking a motivated and talented individual who shares our commitment to these principles to join us in our mission. Learn more at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..org