Direct Support Professional: Empowering Community Living

Venture Community Services Inc.; Webster (MA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign on Bonus

Life Insurance (company paid) my

Health Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Sick Time (40 hours)

Employee Referral Bonus

Tuition Remission

Job summary

Venture Community Services Inc. in Webster, MA is seeking a Direct Support Professional to empower adults 22+ with intellectual and developmental disabilities through daily living support and community participation.

This part-time DSP will work Thursday 2p-11p, Friday 2p-10p, and Saturday 2p-10p (25 hours). Paid training is offered along with a sign-on bonus of $1000 for full-time and $500 for part-time employees.

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 and support adults 22+ with intellectual and developmental disabilities to empower independence.
• Assist with daily living tasks such as household maintenance, meal prep, shopping, and personal care.
• Accompany to medical appointments, banking, outings, and community activities.
• Follow plans and guidelines including Behavior Support Plans and MAP training.

Skills

Fluent English

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Venture Community Services Inc. in Webster, MA is seeking a Direct Support Professional to empower adults 22+ with intellectual and developmental disabilities through daily living support and community participation.

This part-time DSP will work Thursday 2p-11p, Friday 2p-10p, and Saturday 2p-10p (25 hours). Paid training is offered along with a sign-on bonus of $1000 for full-time and $500 for part-time employees.