Direct Support Professional ~ $21/hr

Needs Center; Billerica (MA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 28,929; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

403b Retirement Plan

Generous PTO

Tuition Reimbursement

Tuition-Free Master's Degree

Job summary

The NEEDS Center in Billerica, Massachusetts, is seeking Direct Care Support Professionals to assist adults with developmental disabilities. This position offers $20-$21 per hour and a $1,500 sign-on bonus.

Responsibilities include providing personal care, assisting residents with daily living skills, and maintaining a clean environment. Qualifications include a high school diploma, effective communication skills, and a willingness to provide hands-on support.

The organization offers great benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, and tuition reimbursement, including the opportunity for a tuition-free Master’s degree.

Qualifications

• Experience with behavior management preferred but not necessary.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and good driving record.
• Ability and willingness to provide hands-on personal care.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on personal care for adults with autism.
• Support residents in developing daily living skills.
• Perform light housekeeping duties.
• Implement clinical and educational programs.
• Observe and record data for support plans.
• Participate in creating a therapeutic environment.

Skills

Hands-on personal care

Communication skills

Behavior management

Collaborative teamwork

Education

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent

Job description

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We offer a $1,500 sign-on bonus ($750 upon hire and $750 after 6 months of employment) to hired candidates.

The NEEDS Center is a growing non-profit organization and right now we have 8 openings for Direct Care Support Professionals who will assist and support adults with developmental disabilities to live as independently as possible while enjoying all aspects of Community Living. This is a role where you can truly make a difference in the lives of others.

Pay range

$20-$21 per hour (Pay based on experience and MAP Certification.)

Responsibilities

• Proving hands-on personal care and assisting adults with autism in their daily routines.
• Supporting our residents in developing daily living skills, such as personal care, grooming, cooking, and cleaning.
• Performing light housekeeping duties to maintain a clean and safe environment, including cleaning common areas and ensuring personal spaces are tidy.
• Implement clinical, educational and vocational programs.
• Observe and record data for programs established in their Individual and Behavior support plans.
• Participate with other team members to create a therapeutic environment that includes regular community membership.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent is required
• Experience with behavior management preferred (but not necessary)
• Ability and willingness to provide hands-on personal care to adults with developmental disabilities.
• Must be able to communicate effectively in both verbal and written form with co-workers and supported individuals. Must be able to read fluently.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and a good driving record.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a diverse team.

Great Benefits

• Health insurance (Blue Cross Blue Shield)
• Dental insurance, Vision insurance, and FSA
• 403b Retirement Plan with generous employer match
• Generous PTO
• 11 Paid Holidays plus your birthday off!
• Tuition Reimbursement and Tuition Remission.
• And all full-time employees are eligible to apply for a TUITION FREE online Master’s Degree in Applied Behavior Analysis from William James College (yeah, a free Master’s Degree!)

The NEEDS Center specializes in providing services and support to individuals with developmental disabilities, including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). There is a particular emphasis on providing services to individuals with interfering challenging behavior and/or dual diagnosis. The NEEDS Center’s philosophy is rooted in the tenets of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), and Positive Behavior Support (PSB). The services and supports provided by the NEEDS Center draw on the best of both disciplines in order to assist individuals to become as independent as they can be