Direct Support Professional: Empower Adults to Thrive

May Institute; North Reading (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan repayment assistance

403B with employer match

Paid training & certifications

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Dependent care FSA

Job summary

May Institute, located in Massachusetts, seeks Direct Support Professionals (DSP) for its adult residential program. This year-round role helps adults 22+ with autism and developmental disabilities in a safe, nurturing environment to promote independence and growth.

Responsibilities include assisting with daily routines, medications, transportation, and community outings, while collaborating with clinical teams. Benefits include health coverage, tuition support, and a 403B with employer match.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid and current U.S. driver’s license with at least 1 year of licensed driving experience required.
• Patience, compassion, and the ability to support adults with diverse communication and behavioral needs.
• Experience with adults or individuals with special needs preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Support adults with daily routines including hygiene, meals, dressing, activities, and medication.
• Create a positive, structured environment that encourages communication, socialization, and skill-building.
• Use behavior support strategies to promote emotional regulation and reduce challenging behavior.
• Partner with clinical, familial, and healthcare teams to support individualized treatment plans.
• Provide transportation and community integration support for outings, appointments, and program transitions.

Skills

Patience

Compassion

Communication

Support adults

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

May Institute, located in Massachusetts, seeks Direct Support Professionals (DSP) for its adult residential program. This year-round role helps adults 22+ with autism and developmental disabilities in a safe, nurturing environment to promote independence and growth.

Responsibilities include assisting with daily routines, medications, transportation, and community outings, while collaborating with clinical teams. Benefits include health coverage, tuition support, and a 403B with employer match.