PCA/Worcester

JOB TITLE: EPIC Personal Care AttendantREPORTS TO: EPIC Assistant DirectorLOCATIONS: Worcester, MAOverviewTriangle is seeking dependable individuals dedicated to supporting youth with disabilities in achieving their leadership potential in the Worcester area. The ideal candidates will assist youth by providing personal care and necessary accommodations to ensure their participation in EPIC programming, along with supporting staff in executing programming.Triangle's Expectation of EmployeeAdheres to Triangle policy and proceduresFosters a positive, solution-oriented culture consistent with Triangle's missionPromotes employment, self-advocacy, and independence across programs and participantsActs as a role model within and outside of TriangleMaintains a positive and respectful attitude towards participants, staff, and community partnersCommunicates regularly with supervisorDemonstrates flexible and efficient time management and the ability to prioritize workloadConsistently reports to work on time, prepared to perform duties of the position, with a willingness to flex hours as neededEssential Duties And ResponsibilitiesAssist EPIC youth with personal care routines as needed (toileting, eating, etc.)Support youth by providing needed accommodations to ensure their participation in EPIC programmingWork with EPIC staff to assist in preparing for programming to make sure the needs of all of EPIC's young leaders are being metSupervise youth during workshops, volunteer opportunities, and recreational activitiesRepresents Triangle and EPIC to family members, community organizations, and partnersProvide Program Participants with instruction in performing community service projects and other programmingEnsure that all personal care assistance provided to EPIC youth fits into EPIC's self-advocacy model by ensuring that all assistance is youth-ledAdditional Duties And ResponsibilitiesMaintain proper care, use, inventory, and storage of supplies and equipmentAssist in curriculum and program executionParticipate in all required trainingIntervene in minor behavioral issuesParticipate in team meetings Assist in reaching programmatic goals set by the EPIC Executive DirectorOther duties as assigned QualificationsA minimum of 1 year of experience in human services, which includes experience working with people with disabilities. Experience assisting people with disabilities with their personal care. This includes the ability to physically assist with transfers when necessary. This position requires traveling to different partners. Candidate must have a valid driver's license or dependable transportation.