Direct Support Professional (DSP) Per Diem

Arbor Associates; Lancaster (MA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible shifts

Health insurance

Career development

Per diem opportunities

24/7 staffing support

Job summary

Arbor Associates is hiring a Direct Support Professional (DSP) to assist youth and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in residential homes, schools, and community programs in Lancaster, MA. You will support daily routines, community activities, and outings with dignity and respect.

Per diem shifts offer flexible scheduling—pick up mornings, afternoons, weekends, or overnights to fit your life.

Responsibilities

• Encourage independence and community participation
• Follow individualized support plans and ensure safety and respect
• Document shifts and report changes or concerns
• Accompany or transport individuals on community outings when needed

Job description

Direct Support Professional (DSP) – Per Diem

You already know how to care. Put it to work on your schedule.

If you’ve worked as a caregiver, home health aide, CNA, or personal care attendant, or you just have a gift for looking after people, this one is for you.

Arbor Associates is hiring caregivers to support youth and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in residential group home, schools, day habs, and shelters in your area.

You’ll help people get through their day with dignity, from morning routines to community outings to a quiet overnight, and help them build independence along the way.

Pick up shifts when it works for you. Hours can fits best alongside school, family, or another job.

What you’ll do

• Encourage choice, independence, and community participation
• Follow individualized support plans and keep the programs safe and respectful
• Document your shift and report changes or concerns
• Accompany or transport individuals on community outings when needed

Why people choose Arbor

Flexible by design: Full-time or part-time, with first, second, and third shifts and weekend options.

Real backup, any hour: A live person from our staffing team is available 24/7.

Room to grow: Training and support, with career paths across behavioral health, allied healthcare, and education.

Build the hours you want: Pick up per diem shifts in other Arbor programs, including programs serving adults with disabilities, around your schedule.

Benefits within reach: Maintain full-time hours at one program or across several Arbor programs and you’re eligible for benefits, including health insurance.

Ready to make a difference?