Day Program Direct Support Professional

ADP, Inc.; Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance for Full-Time & Part-

Life Insurance

Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

401K matching

Generous PTO

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Walnut Street Center is seeking a Day Program Direct Support Professional in Bedford, MA, or Medford, MA to empower adults with intellectual disabilities through daily support and community engagement.

The role involves assisting with daily living activities, implementing individual goals, and providing therapeutic support under supervision. Training is provided; the position emphasizes advocacy, dignity, empowerment, and ongoing program development.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to drive.
• Ability to pass a driving and background check.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English.
• Ability to complete training online and in-person.
• Previous human services or long-term care experience preferred.
• CNA/HHA experience preferred.
• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with ensuring a livable environment.
• Participate in the development, implementation, evaluation, and documentation of each individual's goals.
• Provide therapeutic support and assist in Behavior Support Plans, if appropriate.
• Transport individuals.
• Medication Administration.
• Assist individuals with Activities of Daily Living such as feeding, dressing, toileting, and other aspects of personal care, and nutritional needs.

Skills

English communication

Driver's license

Training willingness

Human services experience

CNA/HHA experience

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate or Bachelor’s in related field (preferred)

Job description

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Day Program Direct Support Professional

G&A Day program Bedford, MA, US

Salary Range: $21.22 To $22.28 Hourly

Position: Community Support Worker // Direct Support Professional
Location: Medford or Bedford, MA

Salary: $21.21/Hour until fully trained, $22.28/Hour fully trained. We will train!
Scheduled Hours: M-F 8am-4pm

Walnut Street Center is a not-for‑profit human service agency that empowers adults with Intellectual Disabilities to live engaged and meaningful lives. WSC provides this by offering quality, outcome‑based services which meet evolving stakeholder's needs and bring together caring, engaged, and informed family members, friends, community partners, and employees to support these individuals.

WSC is actively seeking Community Support Worker (Direct Support Professionals) to help empower adults with intellectual disabilities to make more meaningful life choices by working directly with those individuals in our Hyde Park Day Program.

This role is interesting because you will:

• Assist with ensuring a livable environment
• Participate in the development, implementation, evaluation, and documentation of each individual's goals
• Provide therapeutic support and assist in Behavior Support Plans, if appropriate
• Transport individuals
• Medication Administration
• Assist individuals with Activities of Daily Living such as feeding, dressing, toileting, and other aspects of personal care, and nutritional needs

You are qualified if you have:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to drive
• Ability to pass a driving and background check
• Ability to communicate effectively in English
• Ability to complete training both online and in-person
• Previous human services or long‑term care experience is strongly preferred
• CNA/HHA experience preferred
• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred

How our values show up in this role:

• Advocacy: You look for ways to improve wellbeing, bring about positive change, and ensure individuals voices are heard in decisions that affect them.
• Dignity: You respect a person's autonomy and their freedom to make their own choices in their personal lives, encouraging them to participate fully in the community.
• Empowerment: You assist in providing the confidence, authority, skills, and belief to achieve goals.
• Support: You reinforce mastered skills, teach and foster new skills, and celebrate milestones along the way.

Benefits and perks of working with us:

• Health Insurance for Full-Time AND Part-Time Employees
• Life Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 401K matching
• Generous PTO
• Tuition Reimbursement

We celebrate Diversity

WSC is committed to creating a workplace that reflects the world around us. We believe that the key to good work is empowering our people and we know that diversity and inclusion are a large part of that equation. Our realities shape our everyday experiences and it's our responsibility to our employees, clients, and our communities to address the issues with workplace representation. WSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, nation origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

We are a proud equal opportunity employer.