Behavioral Support Specialist – Direct Care (Part-Time)

Venture Community Services; Webster (MA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign on Bonus

Company paid life insurance

Health insurance

Dental and Vision insurance

Earned Paid time off

40 hours of sick time

Employee Referral Bonus program

Tuition Remission

Job summary

Venture Community Services in Webster, MA is hiring a Direct Support Professional to empower adults 22 and older with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a residential setting. You will help with daily living activities and support community participation.

Paid training, CPR/First Aid, MAP and related trainings are provided. The posted schedule includes Sunday 8a-4p, plus afternoon shifts on Mon, Fri, and Sat.

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

• Advocate for and support adults 22+ with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a residential setting.
• Assist with household maintenance, meal prep, shopping, bathing, toileting, dressing, and personal care.
• Support attendance at medical appointments, banking, community activities, outings, and adherence to Behavior Support Plans and Individual Support Plans.

Skills

Commitment to helping others

Community engagement

Conscientiousness

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Venture Community Services in Webster, MA is hiring a Direct Support Professional to empower adults 22 and older with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a residential setting. You will help with daily living activities and support community participation.

Paid training, CPR/First Aid, MAP and related trainings are provided. The posted schedule includes Sunday 8a-4p, plus afternoon shifts on Mon, Fri, and Sat.