Day Hab Direct Support Professional (30h/Weekdays)

The Arc of Opportunity; Fitchburg (MA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The Arc of Opportunity is seeking a DSP - Day Hab in Fitchburg, MA to support individuals with developmental disabilities in diverse settings. You will help implement individualized service plans, assist with daily living activities, and promote safety, dignity, and independence.

Requires a high school diploma or GED, valid driver's license, and clear CORI/SORI background checks. This full-time role offers consistent shifts and opportunities for ongoing training and professional growth.

Qualifications

• A Valid driver’s license and acceptable CORI is required at all times during employment with The Arc of Opportunity.
• High School diploma or GED is required
• A valid driver’s license
• Acceptable background check results including CORI, SORI, OIG, and fingerprinting

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with skill building and attainment of individual service plans/service plan goals
• Implement Individual service plans for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities based on assessments, objectives and goals with case management.
• Actively advocates for individuals served and demonstrates agency mission and values in all interpersonal and professional relations.
• Attends mandatory trainings and meetings as assigned and required. Maintains all required certifications.
• Conducts oneself professionally, maintaining respect, following regulations and agency policies and adhering to confidentiality requirements in all assigned duties
• Assist individual in resolving health and hygiene issues.
• Perform safe lifts and transfers of individuals who use wheelchairs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Ability to lift up to 50lbs

Cross functional communication

Crisis management

Problem solving

Written and oral communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

The Arc of Opportunity is seeking a DSP - Day Hab in Fitchburg, MA to support individuals with developmental disabilities in diverse settings. You will help implement individualized service plans, assist with daily living activities, and promote safety, dignity, and independence.

Requires a high school diploma or GED, valid driver's license, and clear CORI/SORI background checks. This full-time role offers consistent shifts and opportunities for ongoing training and professional growth.