Direct Support Professional

AMEGO INC; Easton (MA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Amego Inc. is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) in Massachusetts to support and empower individuals in their daily routines and programs.

DSPs implement clinical, educational and vocational activities, collect data, and maintain logs while ensuring safety and a supportive environment. The role involves assisting with daily schedules, documenting progress, participating in team meetings, and potentially transporting individuals or driving company vehicles.

Qualifications

• A minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• An active and valid driver’s license is also required.

Responsibilities

• Implement clinical, educational and vocational programs on a daily basis.
• Assist in carrying out tasks and daily routines and participate in recreational activities as scheduled.
• Observe and record accurate data for programs and update the daily log.
• Read the daily log to update information and sign off upon completion.
• Maintain a clean, organized environment and follow cleaning schedules.
• Report repair needs and maintain a safe environment including snow/ice removal in winter.
• Attend team meetings and participate in program planning.
• Communicate professionally with supervisor, coworkers, individuals and families.
• Assist in transporting individuals to activities and may drive company vehicles.
• Complete required trainings and certifications and safeguard individuals’ rights.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

College degree preferred

Job description

Direct Support Professional:

Join the Amego team and make a difference in the lives of the people we serve!

Amego Inc. is an organization that is dedicated to supporting and empowering the individuals we serve; we offer positions that provide meaningful opportunities to make a real difference. Join our community committed to fostering independence, inclusion, and dignity. At Amego, you’ll receive the support and mentorship you need to grow both personally and professionally. If you’re eager to embark on a rewarding career path where you can truly make an impact, come join us at Amego!

The Direct Support Professional (DSP) is responsible for assisting and supporting the individuals in carrying out their daily routines, their daily schedules of activities and their individual programs. The DSP is also responsible for implementing all specific clinical and educational and vocational programs. Additional responsibilities include, but is not limited to data collection, reading and writing in daily logs and participation in program design.

Part Time- and Full-Time positions available!

• Implementation of clinical, educational and vocational programs on a daily basis, as indicated and/or scheduled for the individuals.
• Assists in carrying out tasks and/or daily routines. Follows the established daily schedules of activities including participation in recreational activities as scheduled.
• Observes and records accurate and reliable data for programs as established in the educational plan for the individual.
• Reads the daily log for an update on the current and procedural and programmatic information. Signs off upon completion. Makes appropriate entries in the log, as needed.
• Participates with other team members in performing all tasks necessary to maintain a clean and organized environment.
• Follows established cleaning schedules in the particular location.
• Reports or records repair needs when necessary. Maintains a safe environment at all times, e.g. ensure all egresses and walkways are free of snow and ice during winter months.
• Attends and participates in team meetings and other required program planning meetings.
• Maintains positive and accurate communication throughout all work responsibilities. Works as an active and constructive team member in all duties.
• Will assist in transport of individuals to activities as assigned; will be asked to drive company vehicles.
• Attends, completes, and maintains all required trainings and certifications.
• Observes and safeguards individual’s human rights.
• Assumes other specific responsibilities as deemed necessary to ensure the safety of the individuals.
• Maintains a working knowledge of all individuals and will periodically work in other program locations at the request of a manager.
• Record all necessary data. Follow principles of PBS (Positive Behavior Supports).
• Follows the appropriate chain of command, reporting all necessary information to supervisor.
• Maintains the necessary MAP Certification. Will dispense medication as needed. Follows established systems to ensure quality health care of the individuals. Responsible for maintaining all required trainings and certifications.
• Maintains good communication skills (oral and written) with co-workers, administrative staff, individuals, families and caseworkers

Payrate between $21-25 Hourly

We appreciate your understanding as we work to make our hiring process efficient, equitable, and accessible to all applicants.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified candidates for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, ancestry, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. If you need an accommodation during the application process, please let us know.

A minimum of a high School diploma or equivalency is required. College degree or previous experience is preferred. An active and valid Driver’s license is also required.