LPN/RN - Residential

$5,000 Sign on Bonus for New Employees * restrictions apply

        $1,500 at 30 days, $1,500 at 6 months and $2,000 after one year

 

 

$32.00 hr

 

24 hrs: 1st week Sat, Sun 7p-7a
             2nd week Mon-Wed 11p-7a

 

 

Weekend shifts worked are paid at a $2 differential.

 

BAMSI is a 501(c) 3 nonprofit organization founded in Brockton, Massachusetts, with a vision of driving change and creating equal opportunities for individuals with developmental disabilities and mental and behavioral health challenges.  Brockton Area Multi-Services, Inc. (BAMSI) was incorporated on March 21, 1975 as South Shore Multi-Services Inc., under Chapter 180 of the Massachusetts General Laws, as a not-for-profit human service organization. On July 9, 1975, it changed its name to Brockton Area Multi-Services, Inc. It was formed for the development, coordination, and delivery of integrated human service programs, and according to its website, its mission is “to empower people and enrich their lives, through compassionate support and diverse services, one individual, one family a time.” BAMSI employees up to 2,000 people and operates adult, child, and family services, assisting approximately 30,000 individuals each year in Worcester, Middlesex, Norfolk, Bristol, and Plymouth Counties.

 

BAMSI is committed to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Justice, and Access for all; to creating a holistic system of care that meets people where they are; and abolishing the stigmas surrounding mental illness, disability, and addiction.

 

We strive to offer valuable benefits that promote a healthy work/life balance and add value to our employees’ lives. Our comprehensive benefits include:

• Generous Time Off Package
• up to 4 weeks combined vacation, personal and cultural holiday
• 12 paid holidays
• up to 2 weeks Sick Time
• Highly Specialized Paid Trainings including opportunity to earn CEUs
• Health and Dental Insurance
• Life, Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
• 403B plan with discretionary match
• Wellness Activities
• Employee Assistance Program
• Career Development Opportunities

*Available benefits are based on position and scheduled hours. 

General Statement of Duties: The RN/LPN will ensure the health, safety and well-being of adults with disabilities and or brain injuries living in a supervised residential setting. The RN/LPN will monitor persons served heath status and support/provide opportunities for social engagement and skill building in a way that promotes growth, independence, dignity and a meaningful life.

 

Responsibilities:
• Assess and identify health related needs, monitor medical status, and work with staff to ensure a safe and healthy environment for individuals living in a community setting..
• Provide direct care while supporting person-served abilities and encouraging maximum level of independence and safety with ADLs.
• Follow the Department of Public Health’s (DPH) Medication Administration Program (MAP) policies, which include training requirements, medication administration, medication security, and corresponding documentation utilizing agency’s electronic healthcare record (EHR).
• Provide and maintain accurate documentation of health assessment and data tracking logs.
• Transport individuals to medical appointments. Advocate for best health- related outcomes for person-served.
• Encourage self-advocacy by individuals at appointments.
• Ensure individuals’ nutritional needs are met based on personal preferences and according to prescribed diet. Assist with preparation and feeding as necessary.
• Follow individualized protocols to promote physical health and wellness.
• Use supportive and adaptive, health-related protections/equipment as prescribed. Assist individuals as needed and required with cleaning of equipment.
• Maintain knowledge of ongoing program issues and developments as well as informing supervisors of program issues and concerns.
• Review medical records and physician orders to ensure program compliance, updating information as needed.
• Ensure the highest quality of safety standards and infection control protocols are followed.
• Assist with training and orienting employees new to the program.
• Communicate and report persons served status verbally and in writing in a professional manner.
• Attend and participate in scheduled staff meetings\
• Ensure persons served safety and compliance with program standards for staff coverage and reportable incidents, including assistance to the Administrator-On-Call whenever possible.
• Assist with admissions and discharges to and from hospitals and rehabilitation centers.
• Support individuals served with achieving the goals and objectives outlined in service/support plans.
• Use approved techniques and practices to create a thoughtful and supportive environment.
• Promote healthy living and relationship building with all people, supported through individualized social, spiritual, and recreational opportunities offered in membership, access, and integration in the community.
• Ensure Positive Behavior Supports (PBS), BAMSI’s framework for delivering clinical services, are implemented by offering choices and preferred routines, meeting needs, supporting individual’s goals, modeling pro-social behaviors, and maintaining professional boundaries.
• Use communication systems suited to persons served needs, and promote independence through the use of assistive technology and cognitive supports.
• Work in other residential programs and or day programs when needed.
• Rotate holiday coverage as needed.
• Perform duties to reflect agency policies and procedures.
• Perform other related work duties as needed or as assigned by program manager or designee.

• Possession of Massachusetts license as a nurse
• Knowledge of the theories, methods, procedures and practices of nursing care and physical rehabilitation as applicable to community residential services.
• 2 years experience working with individuals with acquired brain injury or similar disabilities preferred
• Must possess a valid driver’s license in state of residence and 3 years of driving experience.
• Basic computer literacy, including the ability to record data, use electronic time and attendance software and receive and send email, is required.
• Ability to lift, pull/push, transfer, maneuver and reposition 25 pounds.
• Ability to reach, bend, stand, sit, and walk; perform fine motor activities.

We at BAMSI appreciate your interest and consideration of roles in our organization.

BAMSI is an equal opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, age, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, protected veteran or military status and regardless of whether the qualified applicants are individuals with disabilities.

EEO is the Law
http://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/poster.cfm

Reasonable Accommodations for Applying/Recruitment
Reasonable accommodations are adjustments made to remove workplace obstacles for qualified individuals with disabilities to apply for and perform their jobs.

Applicants who qualify under the Americans with Disabilities Act, as amended, may be eligible for a reasonable accommodation in BAMSI’s application and selection process. A request for an accommodation will not affect opportunities for employment within BAMSI.

Arrangements can be made if you have a disability that requires an accommodation for completing an application form, interviewing or any part of the employment process. Requesting accommodations, in writing or verbally, can be initiated by a BAMSI employee, qualified applicant, or by someone acting on that person’s behalf. Either call 508-484-7171 or, send letter to Talent Acquisition, 15 Christy's Dr Brockton, MA 02301. Note: please do not use these contacts to follow-up on job inquiries.