- Community Care Registered Nurse | Per Diem | Spencer, MA, 01562
Overview
Salary Range: $40.00 Hourly
Location: Spencer, MA, 01562
Level: Experienced
Position Type: Per Diem
Job Shift: Any
Education Level: 4 Year Degree
Travel Percentage: Up to 50%
Category: Health CareClick here to apply!
Description
Mainstay Supportive Housing and Home Care, Inc. is a mission-driven nonprofit dedicated to helping vulnerable individuals—low-income elders, people living with disabilities and mental health complexities, and those transitioning out of chronic homelessness—live with dignity, independence and stability in their communities. Since our founding in 1975, we’ve been deeply rooted in providing housing services to the most vulnerable and have expanded into providing permanent supportive housing, and person-centered home care in communities across Massachusetts.
Are you a dedicated and compassionate Community Care Registered Nurse (RN) with a passion for making a positive impact on the lives of elderly individuals with disabilities and/or mental health challenges? Do you possess excellent communication skills and a patient demeanor that allows you to connect with individuals in need of support? If so, Mainstay Supportive Housing & Home Care, Inc. invites you to step into the role of a Per Diem Registered Nurse to meet clients in Spencer, MA and surrounding communities. You will play a vital role in helping an aging population maintain their independence and well-being within their homes and communities.
This is a per diem position supporting a small group of a 17 clients, with an estimated time commitment of 5-10 hours per week. Additional hours may become available as more clients join the program.
What You’ll Do: As a Per Diem Community Care Registered Nurse with Mainstay, you’ll be at the forefront of delivering top-tier support services to seniors who require support with their activities of daily living. Your responsibilities will include:
- Collaborating with the program manger and support staff to provide high-quality non-clinical care.
- Conducting in-depth assessments of potential participants and monitoring their health status and community care needs.
- Maintain and update multiple client charts for each monthly visit.
- Building meaningful relationships with clients and caregivers.
- Ensuring compliance with Mainstay’s policies, procedures, and industry regulations.
- Evaluating and refining personalized care services plans to enhance client well-being.
- Engaging in regular in-home visits and documenting your interactions and observations.
Why Join Us: At Mainstay, we’re committed to providing a supportive and empowering work environment for our dedicated team members. When you join us, you’ll enjoy:
- Flexibility: Create your own client visit calendar and maintain a manageable caseload of clients, approximately 5-10 hours per week.
- Meaningful Impact: Make a positive difference in the lives of individuals and contribute to our mission of exceptional care.
- Collaborative Culture: Work within a team that values open communication and collaboration.
Qualifications
To excel in this role, you’ll need:
- A Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (strongly preferred).
- 1-2 years of experience in home care or home-based services (preferred).
- Prior experience with Adult Foster Care (AFC) and/or Group Adult Foster Care (GAFC) nursing is helpful.
- A valid RN License in MA and a valid Driver’s License.
- Strong skills in electronic-based documentation.
- Empathy, patience, and exceptional communication skills.
About Mainstay: Mainstay Supportive Housing & Home Care, Inc. is a dedicated provider of supportive housing and home care services, committed to enhancing the quality of life for senior citizens. We value the unique contributions of our team members and are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive work environment.
Ready to Make a Difference? If you’re a compassionate Community Care RN looking to make a meaningful impact for our residents we encourage you to apply. Join us at Mainstay and embark on a fulfilling journey where your skills and passion will be valued and celebrated. Apply now to be part of a team dedicated to enriching the lives of those we serve.
Mainstay Supportive Housing & Home Care, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer.
- Home Health Aide (HHA) | Part Time | Chelsea, MA, 02150
Overview
Salary Range: $18.00 – $19.00 Hourly
Location: Chelsea, MA, 02150
Level: Entry
Position Type: Part Time
Job Shift: Any
Education Level: High School
Travel Percentage: Negligible
Category: Entry LevelClick here to apply!
Description
Are you looking for part-time work where you can truly make a difference? Join Mainstay Supportive Housing & Home Care, Inc., where our team members help clients live with dignity and independence every day!
Mainstay Supportive Housing and Home Care, Inc. provides human service and housing programs across Massachusetts, including permanent supportive housing and compassionate, person-centered home care. Our programs have helped hundreds of people live productive and stable lives in their own communities every day for all of these years. Mainstay was founded in 1975 to provide services to people with mental illness, and our mandate has since expanded to cover a variety of vulnerable populations, including low-income elders; people with intellectual, developmental, and physical disabilities; and the recently homeless.
A Day in the Life of a Home Health Aide:
Each shift brings a new opportunity to positively impact someone’s life. On shift you may help a client with dressing, grooming, and medication reminders. You also might prepare a meal together, provide companionship, and assist with light housekeeping. Throughout your shift, you’ll engage clients in meaningful activities, track daily goals, and ensure their comfort and well-being.
This role is perfect for someone who enjoys one-on-one care, values flexibility, and wants to make a difference while working part-time hours!
We’re looking for a Home Health Aides to work 6–10 hours per week, with a consistent schedule from Sunday through Tuesday.
What You’ll Do:
- Provide personal care (bathing, dressing, mobility assistance, toileting)
- Assist with housekeeping, laundry, and meal preparation
- Offer companionship and engage in recreational activities
- Monitor and report any health status changes to your manager
- Maintain daily service logs and documentation
Qualifications
What You’ll Need:
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- 1-3 years of experience working with individuals with disabilities (preferred)
- CPR & First Aid certification (or ability to obtain within 30 days)
- Basic computer skills for documentation & communication
Who You Are:
- Kind, reliable, and caring with a passion for helping others
- A team player who collaborates well with families, staff, and supervisors
- Open to learning and committed to high-quality care
- Comfortable working independently and making sound decisions
Why Join Mainstay?
- Part-time hours (6–10 hours per week, Sunday through Tuesday) – ideal for work-life balance
- Supportive team environment
- Meaningful work that makes a real impact
If you’re looking for rewarding, part-time work, apply today and become part of a team that truly cares!
Mainstay Supportive Housing & Home Care, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer.
- Residential Support Specialist | 30 Hrs./Week | Newton, MA 02459
Overview
Salary Range: $18.00 – $19.00 Hourly
Location: Newton, MA, 02459
Level: Entry
Position Type: Part Time
Job Shift: Afternoon into Evening
Education Level: High School
Travel Percentage: Negligible
Category: Entry LevelClick here to apply!
Description
Mainstay Supportive Housing and Home Care, Inc. is a mission-driven nonprofit dedicated to helping vulnerable individuals—low-income elders, people living with disabilities and mental health complexities, and those transitioning out of chronic homelessness—live with dignity, independence and stability in their communities. Since our founding in 1975, we’ve been deeply rooted in providing housing services to the most vulnerable and have expanded into providing permanent supportive housing, and person-centered home care in communities across Massachusetts.
We are seeking reliable, compassionate Residential Support Specialists to join our dedicated residential group home team. This 30 hour per week position focuses on providing one-on-one support to adults living with intellectual and developmental disabilities. By assisting with everyday tasks and building meaningful connections, you will help residents learn skills to develop and/or maintain their independence.
Afternoon into Evening Shifts in Newton, MA!
Why Join Us?
- Rewarding Work: Make a tangible impact on the lives of neurodiverse individuals every day.
- Flexibility: Enjoy flexible afternoon to evening shifts on weekdays to accommodate your schedule.
- Comprehensive Training: Build upon your existing experience or interest with specialized training to ensure your success in the role.
- Inclusive Environment: Embrace diversity and inclusivity in a supportive work environment where every team member is valued.
Responsibilities:
- Engaging Interactions: Forge meaningful connections with residents, staff, and family members through positive interactions.
- Companionship: Provide companionship and support to residents through recreational activities during daily visits.
- Life Skills Coaching: Utilize your experience or interest in caregiving to assist residents with activities of daily living skill building, including medication reminders, personal hygiene, meal preparation, and housekeeping.
- Documentation: Maintain accurate records of daily service logs and track progress towards residents’ care plan goals.
- Meal Preparation: Prepare dinner for/with residents and adhere to dietary plans.
- Communication: Report any changes in residents’ health or behavior to the supervisor.
Qualifications
What You’ll Need:
- Education: High School Diploma
- Respectful and Encouraging: You approach your work with patience, positivity, and professionalism.
- Compassionate and Caring: Prior experience or a strong interest in caregiving for individuals living with intellectual or developmental disabilities.
- Dependability: Demonstrate reliability and commitment to fulfilling job responsibilities consistently.
- Certifications: CPR and First Aid certifications preferred, or ability to obtain within the first 30 days of employment.
What You Bring:
- Adaptability: Openness to new experiences and willingness to embrace change.
- Team Player: Collaborative mindset with a willingness to assist others.
- Confidentiality: Ability to maintain confidentiality and use good judgment in decision-making.
- Learning Attitude: Willingness to learn from mistakes and grow professionally.
- Integrity: Represent Mainstay with integrity and professionalism.
Ready to make a positive impact every day? Join us as a Residential Support Specialist and utilize your experience or interest in caregiving to support individuals living with intellectual or developmental disabilities at Mainstay Supportive Housing and Home Care, Inc. Apply now to be part of our team!
Mainstay Supportive Housing & Home Care, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer.
- Community Care Registered Nurse | Per Diem | Boston, MA 02118
Overview
Salary Range: $40.00 Hourly
Location: Boston, MA 02118
Level: Experienced
Position Type: Per Diem
Job Shift: Any
Education Level: 4 Year Degree
Travel Percentage: Up to 50%
Category: Health CareClick here to apply!
Description
Do you want to make a difference? Our Team Members make a difference in the lives of those we serve every day! A career at Mainstay not only helps you achieve your goals, but it will also help others achieve theirs!
Mainstay Supportive Housing and Home Care, Inc. provides human service and housing programs across Massachusetts, including permanent supportive housing and compassionate, person-centered home care. Our programs have helped hundreds of people live productive and stable lives in their own communities every day for all of these years. Mainstay was founded in 1975 to provide services to people with mental illness, and our mandate has since expanded to cover a variety of vulnerable populations, including low-income elders; people with intellectual, developmental, and physical disabilities; and the recently homeless.
Join us in bringing meaningful, programmatic support to individuals who have been historically underserved and marginalized, including those with experiences of alcoholism, addiction, and homelessness. Our BRIDGE Program — Building Resilience, Independence, Dignity, and Growth Every Day — is grounded in compassion, respect, and a commitment to empowering people to live more stable lives in their communities.
We are seeking team members who are driven by purpose and dedicated to making a lasting impact through person-centered care and supportive services.
What You’ll Do:
As a Per Diem Community Care Registered Nurse with Mainstay, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality, person-centered non-clinical nursing support to formerly homeless individuals who are transitioning into supportive housing. You will directly contribute to housing stability and improved health outcomes for individuals who have been chronically unhoused.
This position will be part of our growing BRIDGE program. Clients served through this program have varying levels of independence and diverse support needs, including substance use disorders and physical and/or behavioral health conditions. The Per Diem Community Care Registered Nurse will provide compassionate, respectful care while promoting autonomy and dignity.
This is a per diem role, with hours varying week to week and averaging approximately 4–10 hours. The schedule is flexible, allowing visits to be arranged based on your availability and client needs. As the program grows we will be able to offer more hours.
Key Responsibilities
- Collaborating with the program supervisor/director and support staff to provide high-quality care.
- Conducting in-depth assessments of potential participants and monitoring their health status.
- Building meaningful relationships with clients, their families, and caregivers.
- Ensuring compliance with Mainstay’s policies, procedures, and industry regulations.
- Evaluating and refining personal care services plans to enhance client well-being.
- Engaging in regular in-home visits and documenting your interactions and observations.
Why Join Us
At Mainstay, we’re committed to providing a supportive and empowering work environment for our dedicated team members. When you join us, you’ll enjoy:
- Flexibility: Create your own client visit calendar and maintain a manageable caseload of clients, approximately 5-10 hours per week.
- Meaningful Impact: Make a positive difference in the lives of individuals and contribute to our mission of exceptional care.
- Collaborative Culture: Work within a team that values open communication and collaboration.
Qualifications
To excel in this role, you’ll need:
- A Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (strongly preferred).
- 1-2 years of experience in home care or home-based services (preferred).
- A valid RN License in MA and a valid Driver’s License. Ability to travel in and around Boston, South End.
- Strong skills in electronic-based documentation.
- Empathy, patience, and exceptional communication skills.
Ready to Make a Difference? If you’re a compassionate Community Care RN looking to make a meaningful impact for our residents we encourage you to apply. Join us at Mainstay and embark on a fulfilling journey where your skills and passion will be valued and celebrated. Apply now to be part of a team dedicated to enriching the lives of those we serve.
Mainstay Supportive Housing & Home Care, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer.
- Community Care Registered Nurse | Per Diem | South Shore, MA
Overview
Salary Range: $40.00 Hourly
Location: South Shore, MA
Level: Experienced
Position Type: Per Diem
Job Shift: Any
Education Level: 4 Year Degree
Travel Percentage: Up to 50%
Category: Health CareClick here to apply!
Description
Do you want to make a difference? Our Team Members make a difference in the lives of those we serve every day! A career at Mainstay not only helps you achieve your goals, but it will also help others achieve theirs!
Mainstay Supportive Housing and Home Care, Inc. provides human service and housing programs across Massachusetts, including permanent supportive housing and compassionate, person-centered home care. Our programs have helped hundreds of people live productive and stable lives in their own communities every day for all of these years. Mainstay was founded in 1975 to provide services to people with mental illness, and our mandate has since expanded to cover a variety of vulnerable populations, including low-income elders; people with intellectual, developmental, and physical disabilities; and the recently homeless.
What You’ll Do:
As a Per Diem Community Care Registered Nurse with Mainstay, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality, person-centered non-clinical nursing support to residents living in permanent supportive housing. Your will directly contribute to housing stability and improved health outcomes for individuals who have been chronically unhoused. This position will be part of a growing collaboration with Father Bills & Mainspring in South Shore Communities (Quincy, Weymouth, Hull).
Clients served through this program have varying levels of independence and diverse support needs, including substance use disorders and physical and/or behavioral health conditions. The Per Diem Community Care Registered Nurse will provide compassionate, respectful care while promoting autonomy and dignity.
This is a per diem role, with hours varying week to week and averaging approximately 4–10 hours. The schedule is flexible, allowing visits to be arranged based on your availability and client needs.
Key Responsibilities
- Collaborating with the program supervisor/director and support staff to provide high-quality care.
- Conducting in-depth assessments of potential participants and monitoring their health status.
- Building meaningful relationships with clients, their families, and caregivers.
- Ensuring compliance with Mainstay’s policies, procedures, and industry regulations.
- Evaluating and refining personal care services plans to enhance client well-being.
- Engaging in regular in-home visits and documenting your interactions and observations.
Why Join Us
At Mainstay, we’re committed to providing a supportive and empowering work environment for our dedicated team members. When you join us, you’ll enjoy:
- Flexibility: Create your own client visit calendar and maintain a manageable caseload of clients, approximately 4-10 hours per week.
- Meaningful Impact: Make a positive difference in the lives of individuals and contribute to our mission of exceptional care.
- Collaborative Culture: Work within a team that values open communication and collaboration.
Qualifications
To excel in this role, you’ll need:
- A Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (strongly preferred).
- 1-2 years of experience in home care or home-based services (preferred).
- A valid RN License in MA and a valid Driver’s License. Ability to travel in and around South Shore Communities (Quincy, Weymouth, Hull).
- Strong skills in electronic-based documentation.
- Empathy, patience, and exceptional communication skills.
Ready to Make a Difference? If you’re a compassionate Community Care RN looking to make a meaningful impact for our residents we encourage you to apply. Join us at Mainstay and embark on a fulfilling journey where your skills and passion will be valued and celebrated. Apply now to be part of a team dedicated to enriching the lives of those we serve.
Mainstay Supportive Housing & Home Care, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer.
- Residential Support Specialist | 30 Hrs./Week | Norwood, MA 02062
Overview
Salary Range: $18.00 – $19.00 Hourly
Location: Norwood, MA 02062
Level: Entry
Position Type: Part Time
Job Shift: Afternoon into Evening
Education Level: High School
Travel Percentage: Negligible
Category: Entry LevelClick here to apply!
Description
Mainstay Supportive Housing and Home Care, Inc. is a mission-driven nonprofit dedicated to helping vulnerable individuals—low-income elders, people living with disabilities and mental health complexities, and those transitioning out of chronic homelessness—live with dignity, independence and stability in their communities. Since our founding in 1975, we’ve been deeply rooted in providing housing services to the most vulnerable and have expanded into providing permanent supportive housing, and person-centered home care in communities across Massachusetts.
We are seeking reliable, compassionate Residential Support Specialists to join our dedicated residential group home team. This 30 hour per week position focuses on providing one-on-one support to adults living with intellectual and developmental disabilities. By assisting with everyday tasks and building meaningful connections, you will help residents learn skills to develop and/or maintain their independence.
Afternoon into Evening Shifts in Norwood, MA!
Why Join Us?
- Rewarding Work: Make a tangible impact on the lives of neurodiverse individuals every day.
- Flexibility: Enjoy flexible afternoon to evening shifts on weekdays to accommodate your schedule.
- Comprehensive Training: Build upon your existing experience or interest with specialized training to ensure your success in the role.
- Inclusive Environment: Embrace diversity and inclusivity in a supportive work environment where every team member is valued.
Responsibilities:
- Engaging Interactions: Forge meaningful connections with residents, staff, and family members through positive interactions.
- Companionship: Provide companionship and support to residents through recreational activities during daily visits.
- Life Skills Coaching: Utilize your experience or interest in caregiving to assist residents with activities of daily living skill building, including medication reminders, personal hygiene, meal preparation, and housekeeping.
- Documentation: Maintain accurate records of daily service logs and track progress towards residents’ care plan goals.
- Meal Preparation: Prepare dinner for/with residents and adhere to dietary plans.
- Communication: Report any changes in residents’ health or behavior to the supervisor.
Qualifications
What You’ll Need:
- Education: High School Diploma
- Respectful and Encouraging: You approach your work with patience, positivity, and professionalism.
- Compassionate and Caring: Prior experience or a strong interest in caregiving for individuals living with intellectual or developmental disabilities.
- Dependability: Demonstrate reliability and commitment to fulfilling job responsibilities consistently.
- Certifications: CPR and First Aid certifications preferred, or ability to obtain within the first 30 days of employment.
What You Bring:
- Adaptability: Openness to new experiences and willingness to embrace change.
- Team Player: Collaborative mindset with a willingness to assist others.
- Confidentiality: Ability to maintain confidentiality and use good judgment in decision-making.
- Learning Attitude: Willingness to learn from mistakes and grow professionally.
- Integrity: Represent Mainstay with integrity and professionalism.
Ready to make a positive impact every day? Join us as a Residential Support Specialist and utilize your experience or interest in caregiving to support individuals living with intellectual or developmental disabilities at Mainstay Supportive Housing and Home Care, Inc. Apply now to be part of our team!
Mainstay Supportive Housing & Home Care, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer.
- Home Health Aide (HHA) | 15 Hrs./Week | Quincy, MA, 02169
Overview
Salary Range: $18.00 – $19.00 Hourly
Location: Quincy, MA, 02169
Level: Entry
Position Type: Part Time
Job Shift: Any
Education Level: High School
Travel Percentage: Negligible
Category: Entry LevelClick here to apply!
Description
Do you want to make a difference? Our Team Members make a difference in the lives of those we serve every day! A career at Mainstay not only helps you achieve your goals, but it will also help others achieve theirs!
Mainstay Supportive Housing and Home Care, Inc. provides human service and housing programs across Massachusetts, including permanent supportive housing and compassionate, person-centered home care. Our programs have helped hundreds of people live productive and stable lives in their own communities every day for all of these years. Mainstay was founded in 1975 to provide services to people with mental illness, and our mandate has since expanded to cover a variety of vulnerable populations, including low-income elders; people with intellectual, developmental, and physical disabilities; and the recently homeless.
We are seeking a kind, thoughtful, caring and dependable candidates to work Part-time as a Home Health Aide (HHA). The position includes providing 1:1 care to residents in a permanent supportive housing complex to keep their housing stabilized. This position will be part of a growing collaboration with Father Bills & Mainspring in Quincy. Services will be provided in the client’s apartment. Clients will have varied degrees of independence and a variety of support needs, including aging in place and physical/mental health disabilities.
This position will average 12-15 hours per week, one weekend day is required.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Engage in compassionate and upbeat exchanges with patience to meet people where they are and honor their current needs.
- Perform direct care guided by the client’s care plan. These responsibilities focus heavily to support residents 1:1 with their activities of daily living. These can include basic hygiene, dressing, exercising, positioning, feeding, toileting, medication reminders, ambulation and cue reminders for these areas.
- Assist clients with laundry and light housekeeping.
- Prepare meals for/with clients.
- Provide companionship to the clients, doing something mindful and fun, recreational during daily visits.
- Write daily service logs, track daily goals of the care plan, record service delivery on the GPS system.
- Report any client health status changes to supervisor.
- Represent Mainstay to the community and outside stakeholders with integrity.
Qualifications
Education and Experience:
- High School Diploma or equivalent, Home Health Aide (HHA) certification preferred.
- 1-3 years of experience working with individuals with a variety of disabilities, preferably in a residential setting.
- CPR and First Aid certifications (or ability to pass within the first 30 days of employment).
Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:
- The ideal candidate will have excellent team player and relationship building skills and will collaboratively work with clients, program staff, nurses and others who are involved with the client’s care.
- Basic computer skills, including recording notes, use electronic time and attendance software and receive and send electronic mail.
- With support and training from your supervisor, ability to learn the procedures and policies of the MassHealth Group Adult Care Program (GAFC) –no prior experience with this program is expected.
- Be enthusiastic, compassionate and upbeat with clients
- Be open to ideas, new experiences, and new ways of doing things
- Ask for help when needed and be willing to help others
- Keep appropriate matters confidential
- Share your ideas, opinions, and thoughts when appropriate
- Use good judgment for all your decisions. If in doubt, reach out to your supervisor.
- Understand that you and others will make mistakes. Learn from them.
Mainstay Supportive Housing & Home Care, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer.
