Direct Support Professional - Empower Adults & Community

Venture Community Services; East Village (MA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign on Bonus

Health insurance

Dental and Vision insurance

Earned Paid time off and 40 hours of s

Sick time

Employee Referral Bonus program

Tuition Remission

Supportive and encouraging working

Job summary

Venture Community Services is seeking a Direct Support Professional to empower adults 22 and over with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Webster, MA. The role includes helping with daily living activities, community participation, and following individualized support plans.

Evening shifts (Fri 10p-8a, Sat 10p-8a) and a part-time schedule (20 hours) are available, with paid training and a sign-on bonus for part-time staff.

Qualifications

• Commitment to assisting people with varying disabilities to participate fully in their community and in their own lives.
• Varied interests and personal connections in the local community.
• Proven record of conscientious, responsible behavior (work, volunteer or school history).
• Ability to work as a creative, engaged, dedicated member of the team.

Responsibilities

• Advocate for and support adults 22+ with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Assist with household maintenance, meal prep, shopping, bathing, toileting, dressing, and daily activities.
• Follow Behavior Support Plans, Individual Support Plans and goals; assist with medical appointments and community involvement.
• Maintain safety, administering medications as required and follow DDS policies.

Skills

Commitment to helping people

Community engagement

Dependable

Team player

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Venture Community Services is seeking a Direct Support Professional to empower adults 22 and over with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Webster, MA. The role includes helping with daily living activities, community participation, and following individualized support plans.

Evening shifts (Fri 10p-8a, Sat 10p-8a) and a part-time schedule (20 hours) are available, with paid training and a sign-on bonus for part-time staff.