Direct Care Professional R121

People Incorporated; Fall River (MA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 28,929; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

403(b) savings plan

Wellness activities and initiatives

Free life insurance

Short-term disability insurance

Fitness center on site

Job summary

People Incorporated is seeking Direct Care Professionals for part-time evening shifts in a residential program in Massachusetts. You will support adults with developmental disabilities, help with daily living tasks, meals, personal care and accompany to medical appointments. Training is provided and paid on the job.

Openings are in Mansfield, Taunton, Fall River, and surrounding areas. No experience is required, and we offer benefits including health/dental/vision insurance and a 403(b) plan.

Qualifications

• Be a compassionate person who enjoys making a difference in someone’s life.
• High school diploma or GED preferred but not required.
• A qualifying criminal background check and driving record.
• Valid driver’s license and ownership/use of a personal vehicle.
• TB screening and physical upon hire; TB update every two years thereafter.

Responsibilities

• Support adults with developmental disabilities in a residential program.
• Provide assistance with daily living activities and ensure a structured routine.
• Include meals preparation and meal planning.
• Assist with personal care and accompany to medical appointments.
• Distribute medications as required.
• Plan individual community outings and supervise activities.

Skills

Compassionate personality

Valid driver’s license

Own/personal vehicle

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Direct Care Professionals – Part Time / Evenings

Pay Rate: $20.00 / hour; $21.00 / hour after one year of benefit‑eligible employment.

No Experience Needed – We offer ongoing FREE on‑the‑job paid training, professional development, and career advancement.

Openings in Mansfield, Taunton, Fall River and surrounding areas.

Schedule

Sunday 7 pm–11 pm, Thursday and Friday 3 pm–11 pm. 2nd and 3rd shifts available.

Benefits

• 4 weeks accrued paid time off
• 11 paid holidays annually
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 403(b) savings plan
• Wellness activities and initiatives
• Medical and dependent care flexible account
• FREE life and long‑term disability insurance
• Short‑term disability insurance
• Select discounts through LifeMart (e.g., discount movie and theme park tickets, savings on T‑Mobile)
• Employee assistance program
• Fitness center on site
• Discounts on auto, home, and renters insurance
• Free financial planning/analysis
• Public services student loan forgiveness program

Professional Development

• Tuition assistance program
• Financial support with monthly student loan payments
• Reimbursement for CNA training and licensing
• FREE DDS Certificate (Human Service)
• Scholarship opportunities
• Degree completion incentive

What Do I Need to Join the Team?

• Be a compassionate person who enjoys making a difference in someone's life
• High school diploma or GED preferred but not required
• A qualifying criminal background check and driving record
• Valid driver's license and ownership/use of a personal vehicle
• TB screening and physical upon hire; TB update every two years thereafter

What Does the Job Entail?

You will be part of a team supporting adults with developmental disabilities in a residential program. Direct Care Professionals provide assistance with daily activities and ensure a structured routine that includes:

• Individual community outings
• Meal preparation
• Assistance with activities of daily living
• Personal care
• Medical appointments
• Medication distribution

What Are Community Outings?

• The movies
• Shopping
• Going to dinner
• Baseball game
• Bowling

About Us

People Incorporated is a forward‑thinking human service agency staffed by caring people who are proud to create opportunities for children, adults, and families throughout the Southcoast community, including the Greater Fall River, New Bedford, and Taunton areas. Since our inception in 1968, we have been one of the largest providers of supports and services to people of all abilities.

Encouraged Candidates

Although not required, candidates with an interest in CNA, PCA, and HHA type work are encouraged to apply. Students in Human Services, Psychology, and Sociology programs are encouraged to apply. (Note that we offer tuition assistance.)

Equal Opportunity Employer

People Incorporated is a proud equal opportunity employer that welcomes and strongly encourages all races, religions, nationalities, genders, the LGBTQIA+ community, and people with disabilities to apply. We strive to create a workplace where employees feel supported, appreciated, and motivated to grow.

EOE