Supervise daily activities of clients to facilitate improvement in social skills, personal responsibility, and community living. Provide ongoing support, crisis intervention, and document progress through comprehensive assessments and daily notes.
$18.50/hour The Direct Care Staff is responsible for supervising the daily activities of the clients, providing ongoing support, guidance and role modeling and facilitating client improvement in the areas of personal responsibility, social skills, community living skills and behavior.
At Advocates, we provide comprehensive services for people facing developmental, mental health, or other life challenges. We're a nonprofit, mission-driven organization with a person-centered approach, empowering the individuals we support to make choices, build independence, and live full, meaningful lives. Our work is rooted in respect, compassion, and inclusion, and we envision a world where individual differences are appreciated and celebrated. At Advocates, we value the ideas, experiences, and contributions of every employee and are committed to fostering a supportive, welcoming culture where people can learn, grow, and make a meaningful impact. Minimum Education Required High School Diploma/GED Additional Shift Details Various Locations and hours available: Leominster: 25 hours (weekend only) Leominster: 15 hours (Tuesday/Friday/Saturday) Boylston: 6 hours (weekend only) Woburn: 10 hours (weekend only) Dracut: 4 hours (Saturday) Framingham: 4 hours (4-8pm Tuesday or Thursday) Bellingham: 5 hours (weekend only)
Under supervisor’s direction, provide ongoing support, guidance, role modeling and supervision to clients. Ensure a clean, safe and home-like environment. Identify and address community integration issues for clients. Develop and document Program Comprehensive Assessments (CAs) and reviews, outlining rehabilitative goals and interventions, which reflect program participant preference and meet Department of Mental Health and Agency standards. Participate in the development of the Individualized Action Plans (IAP) and attend other treatment meetings, including weekly staff meetings. Document daily CBFS notes. Communicate program participant’s progress, mental status, and any changes in daily notes. Perform interventions with clients that address their identified goals and result in skill development. Provide crisis intervention and access emergency services as needed. Provide linkages to other program staff and service providers. Monitor and document medication administration. Participate in core training and maintain certification of required trainings (CPR/First Aid, Crisis Management, MAP).
Bachelor’s Degree in related field; or high school diploma/GED and one year of related experience. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, and ability to exercise sound judgement. Strong computer skills. Must hold a valid driver's license, have access to an operational and insured vehicle and be willing to use it to transport clients. Strongly prefer a candidate that will have a demonstrated understanding of and competence in serving culturally diverse populations. Advocates is committed to cultivating a diverse and welcoming community where everyone feels respected and valued. Advocates fosters a culture of inclusion that celebrates and promotes diversity along multiple dimensions, including race, ethnicity, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, partnered status, age, national origin, socioeconomic status, religion, ability, culture, and experience.
Requires a High School Diploma/GED with one year of related experience or a Bachelor's degree in a related field. Must possess a valid driver's license, an insured vehicle, and the ability to maintain certifications like CPR/First Aid and MAP.
Market context
In Massachusetts, behavioral health employers often look for licensed or license-eligible clinicians with experience supporting at-risk youth and families, so demand tends to stay steady for candidates who can work across settings and age groups. These roles can be competitive because employers usually want a master’s degree, a clear licensure path, and practical experience; review the summarized requirements and benefits here, which are AI-summarized from the original job description to save research time, then confirm your licensure status and tailor your application to youth and family work.