Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Amergis Healthcare Staffing; North Adams (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly paychecks

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) savings plan

Awards and recognition programs

Job summary

Amergis Healthcare Staffing is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) in North Adams, MA for a contract-full-time role. The DSP provides support in healthcare settings and uses positive behavioral interventions to help recipients meet personal goals.

The position requires related education or experience and a valid driver’s license; benefits include competitive pay and comprehensive coverage options. Apply with available qualifications.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree or higher or LPN with relevant experience.
• Experience with children, preferably behavioral, emotional, or learning issues.
• Valid driver’s license, insurance, vehicle registration, and acceptable driving record preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist recipients with personal goals using positive behavioral interventions.
• Follow a behavior evaluation and treatment plan to guide support.

Skills

Experience with children

Education

Associate’s Degree / 60 credits toward Bachelors / LPN + 3 years experience

Bachelor’s degree in human service field

Bachelor’s degree in other field + 1 year experience

Job description

Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Setting:Healthcare Facilities Job Type:Contract - Full Time Pay:21 Hour Hours:40.00 Location:North Adams, MA

Amergis Healthcare Staffing is seeking a Therapeutic Staff Support to assist recipients in meeting their personal goals and aspirations through positive behavioral interventions and support, as identified through a behavior evaluation and consequent treatment plan.

Minimum Requirements:

• Associate’s Degree, 60 credits toward Bachelors, or LPN plus 3 years full-time experience or Bachelor’s degree in a human service field or Bachelor’s degree in other field plus 1 year full- time experience preferred
• One year of documented experience with children, preferably with behavioral, emotional, or learning issues highly recommended
• Valid driver’s license, insurance, vehicle registration, and acceptable driving record (within company insurance guidelines) is highly preferred so service recipients can be transported if needed
• Must be at least 18 years of age

Benefits

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) savings plan
• Awards and recognition programs

*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Amergis

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions. Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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