Residential Assistant - Adult Program

Location and Compensation

Sudbury, MA | $60,000 - $65,000 annually

The Guild for Human Services mission is to educate, encourage, and empower individuals with intellectual disabilities so they may achieve their full potential to lead high-quality lives and participate meaningfully in the community.

Assist the Residential Manager (or Lead/Assistant Residential Manager) in the development and implementation of a comprehensive residential program for assigned individuals.

• Work as a member of a team to maintain a clean, safe, positive living environment for each resident, including completing laundry and cleaning assignments.
• Assist in the development and implementation of each individual’s residential ISP/IEP and daily activity schedule.
• Attend and support individuals participating in all community experiences.
• Implement positive behavior supports and individual behavior support plans for residents.
• Provide supervision of all individuals while under his/her care.
• Administer and record individuals’ medications in compliance with MAP.
• Provide direct supervision and care to individuals, including 1:1 responsibilities at all times and locations.
• Participate in any meetings pertaining to assigned individuals or program planning, as directed.
• Engage in de‑escalation of individuals.

• Regular attendance at work, including during inclement weather.
• Demonstrated evidence of mature judgment, good interpersonal skills, desire to enrich individuals’ lives, and willingness to learn.
• Physical and mental capacity to work in stressful situations and de‑escalate individuals with limited cognition and complex needs.
• Proficiency in written and spoken English.
• Pass Guild Driving test to access Guild vehicles for transportation of individuals.
• Ability to implement crisis intervention techniques as necessary, including nonviolent crisis intervention (via CPI certification).
• Ability to assist individuals in evacuation from the residence.

• Minimum of an Associate’s Degree preferred; prior experience in lieu of a degree will be considered.
• Must meet Massachusetts Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) background requirements.
• MAP (Medication Administration Program) certification or ability to obtain MAP certification within the first 90 days of employment.

• Employer contribution to retirement plan after 2 years of employment.
• Collaborative work environment that values new insight and personal contributions.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.

As a member of our team, you will be surrounded by an exceptional group of talented staff transforming the lives of the people we serve every day. Staff members are passionate about their work and appreciate the opportunity to make a real difference.

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