104-21 Direct Support Professional

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

Benefits offered by this job

Sign on Bonus

Company paid life insurance for full/ 

Health insurance

Dental and Vision insurance

Earned Paid time off and 40 hours of s

Job summary

Venture Community Services Inc. in Southbridge, MA is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) to advocate and support adults 22 and over with intellectual and developmental disabilities, empowering them to participate in daily activities at home and in the community.

The role includes assisting with household tasks, meal prep, appointments, and following Behavior Support Plans, with paid orientation, CPR/First Aid training, and MAP. It requires teamwork, reliability, and compassionate care.

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.

Responsibilities

• Advocating and supporting adults 22 and over with intellectual and developmental disabilities in daily living activities.
• Assist with household tasks, meal prep, shopping, medication administration as needed, and accompany to medical appointments and outings.

Job description

Description

This open position is in a highly behavioral residential home setting. We are seeking candidates with experience working with behavioral individuals.

Schedule

Sun 9a-4p, Mon 3p-11p, Tues 3p-11p

Part Time

23 Hours

Salary

$17.50-$19 (Paid Training!)

Location

Southbridge, MA

Sign On Bonus

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

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.

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