Direct Support Professional - Full Time

ne-arc; Danvers (MA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Northeast Arc is seeking Direct Support Professionals to work in our North Shore homes, providing quality living supports and assisting individuals in residential settings and communities. You will teach, support, and facilitate choices for people in their homes and communities.

Shifts include evenings and weekends with pay rates of $23.00–$24.00 per hour, depending on experience and certifications (FA/CPR and MAP). Join us to help people live inclusive, independent lives.

Qualifications

• CPR/FA/MAP certification is required.
• Valid driver's license and a reliable vehicle are required.
• Ability to lift at least 50 pounds and assist with transfers.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care and support the clinical and social needs of the individuals.
• Document accurately in logs, health records, daily data books, and related documentation as outlined in policy.
• Facilitate meaningful community experiences to support skill development and independence.
• Provide hands-on home support including transfers, bathing, grooming, and adherence to dining protocols and treatments.
• Administer medications according to MAPs and coordinate with Drs appointments, ER and hospital visits, and on-call nursing as needed.
• Maintain a safe work environment by following Universal Precautions and safety plans and upholding staffing ratios.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Reliable vehicle

CPR/FA/MAP certification

Job description

About this Home:

The Newbury St, residents love decorating for and celebrating just about every holiday, with Halloween being a favorite! Residents also enjoy trips to the mall, eating out, exploring the library, and participating in Special Olympics. Direct Support Professionals in this home will need to provide some personal care in assistance. Meal preparation is required but the residents love to assist, making mealtime a fun activity!

Schedule:

Sunday 11 pm-9 am, Tuesday 3 pm-11 pm, Friday 3 pm- 11 pm, Saturday 9 am -11 pm (40 hrs)

Pay Rate:

Estimated $23.00/hr. - $24.00/hr., depending on experience and certification (FA/CPR and MAP)

Job Summary:

To provide quality living supports and be responsive to individuals living in residential programs or independently. Teach, support, and facilitate choices for people in their homes and within their communities.

Major Responsibilities:

• Provide Direct Care and support the clinical and social needs of the individuals receiving services.
• Document accurately and thoroughly, including in Inter-Team Communication Logs, Health Records, Daily Data Books, and Fire Drill Logs as outlined in Northeast Arc Policy and Procedures
• Facilitate meaningful community experiences for each individual that foster skill acquisition, relationship building, and independence.
• Provide hands-on support at the home, including individualized supports in transferring, bathing and grooming, and following specific dining protocols and treatments.
• Administer medications according to Northeast Arc Policies and Procedures and MAPs Regulations. Support Drs appointments, ER and hospital visits, and contact on-call nursing appropriately.
• Maintain a safe work environment by following Universal Precautions, ensuring that emergency exits are clear and accessible at all times and maintaining staffing ratios as outlined in contracts with funding agencies and House Safety Plans.

Qualifications:

• Valid driver's license a must and reliable vehicle for transportation
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds, stand for periods of time, bend, push wheelchairs, and provide physical intervention.
• CPR/FA/MAP certification is a must.

Northeast Arc changes lives for people with disabilities, and we want you to join us! We are currently hiring Direct Support Professionals to work within our group homes located throughout the North Shore. Direct support professionals help the individuals we serve live inclusive and independent lives in their homes and community.