6011-04 Direct Support Professional

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

Benefits offered by this job

Sign on Bonus

Paid Training by Venture

Health insurance

Dental and Vision insurance

Earned PTO and sick time

Referral bonus

Job summary

Venture Community Services Inc. is seeking a Part-time Direct Support Professional (DSP) to empower adults 22 and over with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Responsibilities include assisting with daily living, attending appointments, and helping clients engage in community activities.

The role offers paid training by Venture, a sign-on bonus, and ongoing support in a residential care setting. Must have a high school diploma or GED and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Commitment to assisting people with varying disabilities to participate fully in their community and in their own lives.
• Ability to work as a creative, engaged, dedicated member of the team.

Responsibilities

• Advocate for adults 22+ with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Assist with daily living tasks (household maintenance, meal prep, shopping, toileting, grooming).
• Accompany clients to medical appointments and community activities.
• Follow Behavior Support Plans and Individual Support Plans.

Skills

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Reliability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Description

Job Type: Part-time

Schedule: Sun 7a-3p, Sat 3p-11p

Part-Time: 16 hours

Payrate: $17.50-$19.00

Paid Training by Venture!

Sign on Bonus!

*Part Time employees will receive a $500 Sign on Bonus – residential direct care only

$100 at 6 weeks and $100 at 90 days and $300 at 6 months.

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 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.
• Must be 21+ with reliable transportation and valid driving license