6003-06 Direct Support Professional

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

Benefits offered by this job

Sign on Bonus

Company paid life insurance

Health insurance

Dental and Vision insurance

Paid time off and sick time

Employee Referral Bonus program

Tuition Remission

Job summary

Venture Community Services Inc. is seeking a Direct Support Professional to provide compassionate support to adults with disabilities in the Gardner, MA area.

The role requires working nights on a rotating schedule, with both full-time and part-time opportunities. We offer paid training, a sign-on bonus, and a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and life insurance.

Qualifications

• Commitment to helping adults with varied disabilities participate in their community and daily life.
• Ability to engage, be reliable, and work as part of a team.
• Proven history of conscientious, responsible behavior in work, volunteer, or school.
• Wlexible and caring, able to adapt to different home environments.

Responsibilities

• Advocate for and support adults 22+ with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Assist with household tasks, meals, shopping, personal care and transport as needed.
• Accompany to medical appointments and community activities.
• Follow Behavior Support Plans and Individual Support Plans and goals.

Skills

Commitment to assisting people

Community participation

Team player

Responsibility

Education

High School Diploma/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.

Job Type

Full-time

Direct Support Professional – Sign on Bonus! New Pay Rate! Paid Training!

Schedule: Sun 11p-9a, Mon 11p-9a, Tue 11p-9a, Wed 11p-9a

Part Time: 40 hours

Pay rate: $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. 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

• High School Degree or G.E.D.
• Must be 21+ years old, have a valid driver’s license, daily use of a car on site (preferred but not required) and be available by telephone for daily contact.