Direct Support Professional-CBDES

Northeast Arc; Fitchburg (MA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 28,929; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Health and dental insurance

401K

Job summary

Northeast Arc in Fitchburg, MA, is seeking a Direct Support Professional to engage individuals in community activities and support their independence. Key responsibilities include providing transportation, assisting with personal care needs, and maintaining professional relationships.

The ideal candidate will have a strong communication skill set, a high school diploma or GED, and a valid driver's license. Comprehensive benefits and advancement opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience in a relevant human service field preferred.
• A valid driver’s license is required.
• Acceptable driving record and CORI/Fingerprint checks are required.

Responsibilities

• Provide transportation of program participants.
• Maintain relationships with individuals served.
• Support participants with skill building.

Skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of community resources

Ability to assist with personal care

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

$3500 Sign-On Bonus for New Hires!

Position Summary

The Direct Support Professional supports participants across community-based programs by actively connecting and engaging individuals in the community. The Support Specialist participates in a variety of structured employment and/or community-based activities to include, but not limited to, social and life skill building, health and wellness, volunteer and employment opportunities, and culture and community inclusion.

Schedule

Monday-Friday 9am-3pm (30 hr/week)

Pay

$20/hr without MAP certification, $21/hr with MAP certification

Essential Functions

• Provide morning and afternoon transportation of program participants to and from the program using the company van
• Maintain positive, professional relationships with individuals served
• Supports participants to increase their independence while safely navigating the community
• Assists individuals with skill building and attainment of ISP/service plan goals
• Provides transportation to participants to community activities including performing safe lifts and transfers
• Complete and submit required documentation, which includes daily logs, daily production sheets, goal tracking reports, data collection and employee report of injury using computer technologies and applications for on-line submission and tracking
• Ability to access all modes of transportation including driving and public transportation
• Attend mandatory trainings and meetings as required and assigned
• Actively advocates for participants
• Demonstrates commitment to agency mission and The Way of The Arc in all interactions

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required, experience in a relevant human service field preferred
• A valid driver’s license is required
• Acceptable driving record and CORI/Fingerprint checks are required at all times during employment with The Arc of Opportunity
• Ability to transfer, change, shower assist with toileting and all personal care needs of the individuals supported
• Knowledgeable about community resources to better assist individuals served in achieving their goals while seeking to empower and enhance their quality of life

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, kneel, bend, carry items, and sustain periods of walking, standing, and sitting
• Ability to physically assist individuals according to their needs and perform physical restraint if necessary

Mental Requirements

• Communication skills in written and oral English which convey clear and concise information in a professional and respectful manner to individuals supported, family members/guardians, peers, government agencies, community partners and employees
• Functional and situational reasoning to follow policy, problem solve, exercise sound judgment, prioritize multiple tasks, and manage crisis

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package including vacation and sick leave, paid holidays, health, dental, life, disability, and 401K. Advancement opportunities.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

The Arc of Opportunity is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are strongly encouraged.

The Arc of Opportunity North Central Massachusetts is a smoke free workplace and campus.