The Source and Recruit Company Hiring for Personal Care Associate Job at Boston, MA Full Time

Location: Relaxed home environment, Boston, MA

Shift: Full-time, 5:15 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. – Monday through Thursday. Non-exempt, eligible for overtime.

Do you prefer results-oriented work that gives you an immediate sense of achievement? Are you the type of person that is happiest in a friendly, non-competitive environment?

This full-time position provides home care support for a highly independent adult quadriplegic. Ideal candidates will be intelligent, open to learning new things, and committed with a fun and outgoing personality.

Competitive pay and benefits offered are commensurate with experience. If you can see yourself in this role and have the qualities and experience we’re looking for, please apply!

About our client:

Born in Massachusetts, our client is a Colby alumnus living in Boston. He has a graduate degree in Sustainability and environmental management and works at a renewable energy startup in Cambridge. Outside of his professional obligations, he maintains a lifestyle that is filled with both activity and engagement. His interests are varied, but the ones that stand out are surfing, skiing, sailing, and travel. He values good health, well-being and exercise. He also invests a lot of time in plotting out his next adventures with friends and family, and the necessary logistics that accompany such plans. This is something that has become a big part of his life and while it requires additional effort, it’s something that he really loves and appreciates. He is very fortunate to live the life that he does and aspires to pursue a life of purpose and fulfillment.

About the home:

Exciting waterfront apartment in the idyllic location of Jeffries Point, East Boston! This magnificent community offers dazzling views overlooking the historic Boston Harbor. Our client has a two-bed, two bath apartment approximately 1,100 sf that is both cat and dog friendly. It has central air, heat, in-unit laundry and free garage parking. From the waterfront lounge, art gallery, private work from home stations, to the state of the art fitness center, this place will make you feel right at home. Steps to Maverick T station or the Ferry service, Jeffries Point provides convenient access to all parts of Boston.

Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in, or a graduate in a medical field helpful, but not required.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license and ability to operate a wheel-chair equipped minivan.

• Ability to meet the attendance requirements in a reliable and timely fashion.
• Willingness to assist our client with daily tasks such as maintaining hygiene, meal preparation, and operating a motorized wheelchair.
• Enthusiasm to meet new people, join in conversation, and share new experiences.

Skills:

• Service Orientation — Actively looking for ways to help people.

• Social Perceptiveness — Being aware of others’ reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
• Active Listening — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
• Speaking — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
• Monitoring — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.

Detailed Work Activities:

• Administer basic health care or medical treatments.
• Assist client with daily exercise routine.
• Prepare meals according to employers’ recipes or tastes.
• Shop for or order food.
• Perform errands as needed (i.e. post office, vehicle maintenance, etc.)
• Maintain a clean and tidy environment.

Our client is an equal opportunity employer and highly values diversity. The Source and Recruit Companies do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00 – $26.00 per hour

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Boston, MA 02128 (Required)

Language:

• English (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver’s License (Required)

Work Location:

• One location

Duties:

• Reading, writing, and carrying out directions
• Providing companionship and supportive listening
• Reporting changes in the health or status of the client
• Feeding clients
• Maintaining patient’s health equipment
• Responding to emergency situations
• Transporting client to appointments
• Facilitating community and recreational outings, including transport
• Providing support with hobbies, studies, and social activities

Company’s website:

• www.sourceandrecruit.com

Work Remotely:

• No

COVID-19 Precaution(s):

• Remote interview process
• Personal protective equipment provided or required
• Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place

Work Location: One location