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GENERAL EXPECTATIONS Residential support staff are responsible for providing an array of services to enrich the lives of people with developmental disabilities. Various levels of support are provided in a number of areas including, but not limited to, personal care, life routines, finances, health care and clinical services, recreational and social interests, developing relationships and connecting to the community. ESSENTIAL DUTIES 1.Supervise, support, and maintain the safety of assigned individuals. 2. Provide support, training and assistance to individuals as assigned by supervisor. These areas may include personal hygiene, daily living skills, recreation, and/or other skills as determined by the individual?s ISP and as needed in life routines. 3. Participate as a team member in the ISP process and in person-centered planning as applicable. 4.Implement support plans throughout the day, including behavioral and therapeutic requirements. 5. Provide case management responsibilities and/or service documentation requirements as assigned and defined by the supervisor. 6. Attend meetings, as required, to facilitate participant progress, Agency growth or general communication among staff and for other agencies. 7. Provide training, support and assistance as necessary to aid people in adapting to and participating in community environments. 8. Attend all required trainings and maintain required certifications. 9. Attend work on a regular, consistent basis. 10. Provide or facilitate transportation arrangements reinforcing the use of natural supports when possible. 11. Perform all duties in conformance to, or in recognition of existing Agency philosophy, policies and procedures. 12. Assist individuals with medical appointments as necessary. 13. Administer and document medication in accordance with DDS regulations. 14. Ensure all required documentation is completed which includes but is not limited to progress notes; program data; medication; cleaning checklist; daily log/staff communication; finances; and time slips. 15. Other duties as assigned. Direct Support Staff (ABI & RES): Schedules vary, primarily looking for 2nd shifts, full-time and part-time, start at \$18.50/hr, once MAP certified they go up to \$19.50/hr. If they have a CNA license, they will start at \$20/hr and once MAP certified they go up to \$21/hr. Locations: Wareham, North Dighton, Taunton, Rehoboth, Norton, Raynham, and Lakeville.