104-10 Direct Support Professional

Venture Community Services Inc.; Southbridge (MA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on Bonus

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Sick leave

Tuition remission

Life insurance

Job summary

Venture Community Services Inc. is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) to advocate for adults 22 and over with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

The DSP will support daily living activities and help individuals participate in their community with dignity. Responsibilities include assisting with household tasks, appointments, transportation, and following Behavior Support Plans and medical guidelines.

Qualifications

• Commitment to assisting people with varying disabilities to participate fully in their community.
• Varied interests and personal connections in the local community.
• Proven record of conscientious, responsible behavior (work, volunteer or school history).
• Ability to work as a creative, engaged, dedicated member of the team.

Responsibilities

• Advocate and support adults with disabilities in daily living activities and community participation.
• Assist with household tasks, meals, appointments, transportation, and personal care.
• Follow Behavior Support Plans, Individual Support Plans and medical guidelines as required.

Skills

Commitment to disability inclusion

Community involvement

Conscientious behavior

Team player

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Description

The Direct Support Professional (DSP) is responsible for advocating and supporting adults 22 and over with intellectual and developmental disabilities by empowering them to be as active in their lives as they can. Their support needs include, but are not limited to, household maintenance, meal prep, shopping, bathing, toileting, dressing, teeth brushing, etc…so that they may always look and feel their best. The DSP may be asked to assist them to their medical appointments, banking, assist them to become active members of their community, attend outings, administer medications, follow Behavior Support Plans, Individual Support Plans and goals, and to follow medical guidelines that are in place. DSP workers are provided paid New Employee Orientation, paid CPR/First Aid, Safety Care, Defensive Driving, and Medication Administration Program (MAP), as well as program and person specific training at the individuals’ home. The DSP must be able to safely evacuate individuals from the home in the event of an emergency. DSP workers must maintain certifications, handle job related duties in compliance with Agency policies and follow all DDS regulations/policies.

Schedule

Sun 4p-11p, Thur 3p-11p, Fri 130p-11p, Sat 3p-11p

Full-time

32.5 Hours

Pay rate

$17.50-19 per hour – Paid training provided by Venture!

Sign On Bonus

$1000 for Full Time and $500 for Part Time employees

Qualifications

Commitment to assisting people with varying disabilities to participate fully in their community and in their own lives.

Varied interests and personal connections in the local community.

Proven record of conscientious, responsible behavior (work, volunteer or school history).

Ability to work as a creative, engaged, dedicated member of the team.

Benefits

• Sign on Bonus
• Company paid life insurance for full time employees
• Health insurance
• Dental and Vision insurance
• Earned Paid time off and 40 hours of sick time
• Employee Referral Bonus program
• Tuition Remission
• Supportive and encouraging working environment

Requirements

• 18+ with reliable transportation and valid driver’s license
• High School Diploma or GED
• Employees must possess the knowledge, skills and abilities listed above, and demonstrate that they can perform the essential functions of the job. Employee must be able to speak, read, and write in fluent English.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the program and individuals supported. This may include holidays, overnights, or double-shifts.