207-14 Direct Support Professional

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

Benefits offered by this job

Sign on Bonus

Health Insurance

Dental/Vision

403b

Parental Leave

Paid Time Off

Flexible Spending Account

Job summary

Venture Community Services Inc. is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) for part-time shifts in Fitchburg, MA. The DSP will empower adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, supporting daily living, transportation, and community participation.

Paid training and a sign-on bonus accompany a compassionate, team-based work environment. Requirements include being 21+, a high school diploma or GED, and fluent English.

Qualifications

• Commitment to assisting people with varying disabilities to participate fully in their community.
• Ability to work as a creative, engaged, dedicated member of the team.
• Willingness to adapt to a flexible schedule including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Advocate for adults 22+ with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Provide daily living support, transportation and community activities.
• Assist with medical appointments, medications, and documentation as required.
• Follow individual support plans and behavior plans; ensure safety and well‑being.

Skills

Commitment to helping others

Community engagement

Team collaboration

Flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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.

Direct Support Professional - Sign on Bonus! Paid Training!

Schedule: Sun 9a-4p, Mon 3p-11p, Tue 3p-11p, Sat 9a-11p

Part-time: 37 hours

Salary: $17.50 - 19.00 per hour - paid training provided by Venture!

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. The Direct Support Professional acts as a care giver for the individual within the group home. Their support needs include, but are not limited to, household maintenance within the group home, meal prep, shopping, bathing, toileting, dressing, teeth brushing, etc. so that they may always look and feel their best. The Direct Support Professional (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 Direct Support Professional (DSP) must be able to safely evacuate individuals from the home in the event of an emergency.

The Direct Support Professional (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
• Health Insurance
• Dental/Vision
• 403b
• Parental Leave
• Paid Time Off/Sick Time
• Flexible Spending Account
• And more!

Requirements

• Must be 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.