116-10 Direct Support Professional

Venture Community Services; Charlton (MA); Sur place; USD 24 000 - 26 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Sign-on Bonus

Paid Training

Health Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Résumé du poste

Venture Community Services Inc. seeks a Direct Support Professional (DSP) to empower adults 22+ with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

You will assist with daily living activities, transportation, meals, and community participation to help individuals live as independently as possible. The role offers paid orientation, CPR/First Aid training, and a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental & vision insurance, plus a sign-on bonus.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to advocate for people with disabilities.
• Ability to follow care plans and safety protocols.
• Fluent English reading and writing skills required.

Responsabilités

• Assist adults 22+ with intellectual/developmental disabilities in daily living activities.
• Support users with household tasks, meals, shopping, and personal care.
• Accompany individuals to medical appointments and community activities.
• Follow Behavior Support Plans and Individual Support Plans as required.

Connaissances

Communication

Teamwork

Dependability

Formation

High School Diploma or GED

Description du poste

Description Venture Community Services provides support to individuals facing diverse challenges through a compassionate and dedicated workforce using innovative practices that encourage independence, empowerment, and opportunity.

Job Type

Full-time

Description Venture Community Services provides support to individuals facing diverse challenges through a compassionate and dedicated workforce using innovative practices that encourage independence, empowerment, and opportunity.

The opportunity to enhance the lives of individuals with disabilities has untold rewards. At Venture, we are committed to empowering our employees through ongoing education and innovative training opportunities that cultivate talents. Venture Community Services offers an excellent benefits package, values work-life balance and promotes a culture of inclusion and equity where employees’ opinions matter.

Sign on Bonus! New Pay Rate! Paid Training!

Schedule

Mon 3p-11p, Tue 3p-11p, Wed 1p-11p, Sat 9a-4p, Sat 4p-11p

Part-time

40 Hours

Salary

$17.50-$19.00

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, PABC, 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

Requirements

• 21+ 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.

Salary Description

$17.50-$19.00