Direct Support Leader: Empower Independence

Seven Hills Foundation; Southbridge (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Enhanced Retirement Plan

Student Loan Assistance

Discounted Tuition

Tuition Assistance

Home Mortgage Initiative

3 weeks paid vacation

Vacation cash-out

3 paid personal days

11 paid holidays

Accrued paid sick time

Job summary

Seven Hills Foundation seeks a Direct Support Professional II to empower individuals to live meaningful, independent lives in their communities. You’ll provide daily support in a residential setting, teaching life skills and ensuring health and safety while following ISP and Behavior Support Plans.

The role offers competitive starting pay with awake and asleep differential details, plus comprehensive benefits and career growth opportunities within a mission-driven team.

Qualifications

• Experience in direct care or supportive housing is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily support and care to individuals in a residential setting.
• Help individuals build independence by teaching life skills at home and in the community.
• Follow and implement Individual Support Plans (ISP) and Behavior Support Plans.
• Assist with personal care, medication administration, and health-related needs.
• Support individuals in community activities, relationships, and social connections.
• Accompany individuals to appointments and ensure overall health and well-being.
• Maintain accurate documentation and data collection to track progress and outcomes.
• Take a leadership role by training and mentoring other staff.
• Assist with budgeting, shopping, and managing personal funds.
• Build strong, positive relationships with families, guardians, and team members.
• Help maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming home environment.
• Ability to support individuals with daily living activities
• Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills
• Commitment to treating all individuals with dignity and respect

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Leadership

Job description

Seven Hills Foundation seeks a Direct Support Professional II to empower individuals to live meaningful, independent lives in their communities. You’ll provide daily support in a residential setting, teaching life skills and ensuring health and safety while following ISP and Behavior Support Plans.

The role offers competitive starting pay with awake and asleep differential details, plus comprehensive benefits and career growth opportunities within a mission-driven team.