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Gould Farm Residential Advisor in Medford, Massachusetts
Life in the House: -Organize/lead activities such as potlucks, game nights, art activities, mindfulness exercises, outings, etc. -Assist program participants with menu planning, meal preparation, and cleanup; -Partner with staff regarding food, office/house supply inventory, ordering, and organization. -Attend to the general appearance of Fellside by tending to indoor and outdoor house cleaning and grounds and partnering with program participants and staff in maintaining a clean, orderly, and safe environment; -Interface with outside vendors, repair and maintenance professionals as requested by Administrative Staff; -Participate and contribute to the community in ways that bring out individual talents and strengths; -Ensure program participants receive optimal quality of care and respect; Individual Support for Program Participants: -Support program participants in using their coping skills to tend to their wellness in person and by phone; -Support any extended p members on respite stays at Fellside; -Assist program participants in navigating public transportation systems or in obtaining driving directions; provide transportation in circumstances authorized by on-call staff; -Provide support and encouragement to program participants with obtaining information from the internet and other resources to support their progress in achieving their goals; -Provide medication check-ins with program participants as needed; -Assist program participants looking for volunteer and paid work; -Introduce visiting Farm Guests to resources and transportation in the area; Administrative and Other Activities: -Provide administrative support through updating electronic health record documentation; -Read and maintain professional documentation of daily interactions with program participants in the log; -Oversee the program\'s monthly \"Front Porch\" newsletter; -Be prepared to pitch in to help cover the responsibilities of staff when they are absent and respond to emergencies