Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Methuen, MA - 135

Waystone-Health-; Methuen (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision insurance

401k with employer match

Vacation time 2 weeks

12 Holidays

Personal Days 3

Sick days 9

Wellness program

Tuition reimbursement

Employee referral bonuses

Employee of the month bonus

Job summary

Waystone Health & Human Services in Methuen, MA is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) to assist residents with daily living activities in a group home setting. Roles include overnight and day shifts, with weekend coverage and 40 hours per week for full-time positions.

The DSP will help with feeding, hygiene, mobility, documentation, and transportation using wheelchair vans. Qualified candidates have a high school diploma or GED, English literacy, and experience in caregiving or

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Candidates must read, write, and comprehend English to follow care plans, document services, and communicate with individuals, families, and healthcare professionals.
• Experience delivering training, case management and service delivery to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• MAP (Medication Administration Program) Certification; Waystone offers training to acquire certification within 6 months of employment.
• CPR/First Aid; Waystone offers training to acquire certification within 3 months of employment.
• Valid Driver’s License in good standing with at least one year of driving experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily living activities such as personal hygiene, bathing, dressing, feeding, grooming, transferring, and meal preparation.
• Able and willing to assist with heavy lifting and driving wheelchair accessible company vans.
• Complete Individual Support Plans (ISP) to support individuals in achieving personal goals and promoting independence.
• Complete daily logs and notes, track behavioral data.
• Provide companionship, mentorship, and redirecting behaviors; maintain safety and confidentiality.

Skills

Caregiving experience

Documentation & reporting

Communication skills

Empathy & patience

English literacy

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

MAP Certification

CPR/First Aid

Valid Driver's License

Job description

Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Methuen, MA - 135Are you a compassionate, dependable person who enjoys helping others? If so, Waystone is currently seeking a dedicated direct care worker to join our team and make a real difference in the lives of those we serve. As a Residential Skills Instructor or Awake Overnight staff, you provide essential support and companionship to individuals who need help with daily activities in a residential home.Location: Methuen, MA (Group home setting)Current Openings:Full Time Schedule 40 hours per weekThis position is benefit eligible as of date of hire.Monday - Thursday 11:00pm - 9:00amPart Time Schedules 25+ hours per weekThis position is benefit eligible as of date of hire.Thursday - Saturday 3:00pm - 11:00pm & Sunday 11:00pm - 9:00amMonday - Thursday 8:00am - 4:00pm & Friday 8:00am - 3:00pCompensation: These are non-exempt full-time/part-time positions. The hourly rate is $21.63. You will be a union member to SEIU Local 509.Group Home Details: As a residential skills instructor or Awake Overnight staff, you will be assisting 5 individuals ranging from ages 22 and up, with their activities of daily living (ADL’s) such as - feeding, cooking, cleaning, personal hygiene assistance, documentation, and medication administration. You will use a wheelchair van to transport individuals to appointments and community activities. During the overnight hours, you will also be responsible for remaining alert and attentive, conducting routine wellness checks on individuals, and providing personal care support, including toileting assistance and brief changes as needed. If you’re someone who leads with empathy, patience, and reliability, this may be the right fit for you!Why join the Waystone Team?Health, Dental, and Vision insurance, eligible to enroll on your first day!Comprehensive Wellness programFlexible Spending AccountsRetirement Savings Plan (401k/Roth) with employer match2 weeks' vacation12 Holidays3 Personal Days9 Sick daysDEIB Committee with monthly speaker series/eventsOngoing professional development with opportunities for CEU’sEmployee Appreciation EventsRoom for growth within in WaystoneTuition reimbursementEmployee referral bonusesEmployee of the month bonusJob Responsibilities:Assist individuals with daily living activities such as personal hygiene assistance (toileting assistant/brief changing), bathing, dressing, feeding, grooming, transferring, and meal preparation.Able and willing to assist with heavy lifting and driving wheelchair accessible company vans. Responsible for transporting our individuals to appointments, community events, or recreational activities.Complete Individual Support Plans (ISP) to support our individuals in achieving personal goals and promoting independence.Complete daily logs and notes, track behavioral data.Additional Responsibilities:Assist with medication administration and maintain accurate documentation, as required.Provide companionship, mentorship, and redirecting behaviors.Maintain a clean, safe, and supportive residential program.Uphold individual’s rights, dignity, and confidentiality at all times.Maintaining the program’s staff to resident ratio, money management, providing home management, and redirecting behaviors.Qualifications:High school diploma or GED equivalent.Candidates must be able to read, write, and comprehend English to accurately follow care plans, document services provided, and communicate effectively with individuals, families, and healthcare professionals.Experience in providing training, case management and appropriate service delivery to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities living in the community.MAP (Medication Administration Program) Certification; training is offered by Waystone to acquire certification within 6 months of employment.CPR/First Aid; training is offered by Waystone to acquire certification within 3 months of employment.Valid Driver’s License in good standing with a minimum of one year of driving experience.Waystone Health & Human Services is a 501c3, nonprofit, human services organization supporting youth and adults with intellectual, developmental, and physical disabilities; acquired brain injuries; and mental health diagnoses. Our services are provided to more than 1,700 people annually in cities and towns across the Merrimack Valley, Greater Lowell, North Shore, and southern New Hampshire. Our mission is to partner with people who are diverse in age, ability, and cultural background throughout their personal, work, and life journeys.Waystone Health and Human Services is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.