Job: Residential Assistant

Berkshire Hills Music Academy

48 Woodbridge
SOUTH HADLEY, MA 01075

Company Description:
Salary Range:Location:
Per Hour SOUTH HADLEY MA
Job Type:Category:
Full / Part TimeHuman Services
Education Level:Work Experience:
High School or Equivalent
Preference: Nice to have
Up to One Year
Preference: Nice to have
Skills/Certifications/Licences:
Certified in or able to maintain CPR, First Aid and State of Massachusetts Medication Administration Program (MAP) certification - Preference: Nice to have
Description:
Berkshire Hills Music Academy (BHMA), a residential and day program serving adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities has an immediate opening for a Residential Assistant. Under the supervision of the Director of Residential with assistance from Advisors, Clinician, and Nurse, the Residential Assistant aids students in learning a wide variety of life skills so that they may continuously develop increased independence.
Requirements:
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS
• Experience working with or a sensitivity to persons with disabilities
• Valid driver's license and insured automobile
• Certified in or able to maintain CPR, First Aid and State of Massachusetts Medication Administration Program (MAP) certification
• Effective judgement and decision-making skills
• Must be able to pass a CORI/Fingerprint background check

MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
High School Diploma required, Bachelor's Degree in Human Service or related field preferred.

If you are interested in applying for this position, please send a letter of interest and your current resume to Michael McArdle.