Direct Support Professional I

Seven Hills Foundation; Harvard (MA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan

Student Loan Assistance

Tuition Assistance

Home Mortgage Initiative

Paid Vacation

Personal Days

Paid Holidays

Paid Sick Time

Job summary

Seven Hills Foundation is seeking an Activities Specialist to empower individuals with disabilities by delivering engaging personal care support and skill-building activities in a supportive setting in Harvard, MA.

You will develop and lead individual and group activities, assist with dining, toileting, transfers, and transportation, and document progress in ISPs to help participants achieve independence and meaningful community participation.

Qualifications

• High School diploma and one year related experience.
• Valid driver’s license required (Class C or D1).
• Experience in personal care or supportive services preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support personal care needs: assist individuals with dining, toileting, and transfers to maintain comfort and dignity.
• Develop and lead engaging individual and group activities to promote skill development and independence.
• Collaborate with clinical team on behavior plans tailored to each person.
• Facilitate transportation to activities and appointments as needed.
• Evaluate progress, complete progress documentation, and ensure ISP compliance.

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Driver's license (Class C/D1)

Job description

Activities SpecialistPay: $20.50/hourSchedule:Are you passionate about empowering individuals with disabilities to achieve their fullest potential? The Seven Hills Foundation offers innovative and creative programming that provides opportunities for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, autism, and brain injury to develop skills necessary to pursue interests in employment, recreation, and social interaction.Benefits for Full-time employees:Health Insurance: Offered through Blue Cross Blue Shield, with generous company contribution.Enhanced Retirement Plan:25%33% Employer match based on tenure.Student Loan Assistance: Consolidation, counseling, & limited employer contribution!Discounted Tuition with College & University Partnerships!Tuition Assistance: Reimbursed or prepaid college coursework!Home Mortgage Initiative: Favorable down payment (3-5%), reduced closing costs co-paid by Seven Hills!Work-Life Balance:Generous Accrued Paid Vacation:3 weeks in your first year!Vacation Cash-Out Option 3 Paid Personal Days 11 Paid Holidays Accrued Paid Sick Time Why Join Seven Hills:Innovative Environment: Engage in a dynamic setting that promotes personal choice and self-determination through diverse activities such as art, technology, health and wellness, and vocational training.Seven HillsProfessional Growth: Participate in committees and training while working in a collaborative environment.Meaningful Impact: Contribute to programs that help individuals enrich their lives, broaden core competencies, and enjoy a full range of activities while cultivating a network of relationships in and around their communitiesWhat You'll Do:Support Personal Care Needs: Assist individuals with dining, toileting, and transfers, ensuring their comfort and dignity.Implement Engaging Programs: Develop and lead individual and group activities that promote skill development, independence, and community integration.Collaborate on Behavior Plans: Work with the clinical team to create and implement behavior management strategies tailored to each individual.Facilitate Transportation: Assist with transporting participants to various activities and appointments as needed.Evaluate and Document Progress: Conduct satisfaction surveys, document participant progress, and ensure compliance with Individual Support Plans (ISPs).Why Join Seven Hills:Innovative Environment: Engage in a dynamic setting that promotes personal choice and self-determination through diverse activities such as art, technology, health and wellness, and vocational training.Professional Growth: Participate in committees and training while working in a collaborative environment.Meaningful Impact: Contribute to programs that help individuals enrich their lives, broaden core competencies, and enjoy a full range of activities while cultivating a network of relationships in and around their communities.Ready to make a difference? Apply now and become part of a supportive team that’s committed to empowering lives and building brighter futures!High School diploma and one (1) year related experience.Standard driver’s license – class C or class D1 – 3 years of related experience