Direct Support Professional I

Seven Hills Foundation; Harvard (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Enhanced Retirement Plan

Student Loan Assistance

Tuition Assistance

Home Mortgage Initiative

3 weeks paid vacation

Vacation cash-out

3 paid personal days

11 paid holidays

Paid sick time

Job summary

ASPiRE!, an Affiliate of Seven Hills Foundation, is hiring a Direct Support Professional (DSP) to provide direct support to individuals served, assisting with personal care activities and fostering independence in a safe environment.

You will collaborate with the Interdisciplinary Team to implement positive behavioral supports, plan engaging activities, and transport participants as needed. The role emphasizes privacy, dignity, and respect for individuality.

Qualifications

• Standard driver’s license (Class C or D)
• 1–3 years of related experience preferred
• Completion of healthcare training or competency evaluation program preferred
• Activity planning and recreational skills
• Health and safety protocols to ensure participant well-being
• Assistance with daily living activities such as personal hygiene and mobility
• Team collaboration and strong communication skills
• Basic first aid knowledge and the ability to address minor emergencies

Responsibilities

• Deliver personalized care and support aligned with individual Plans of Care.
• Assist participants with personal care needs such as dining, toileting, mobility, and transfers.
• Collaborate with the Interdisciplinary Team to implement positive behavioral supports.
• Plan and implement engaging and age-appropriate group and individual activities.
• Ensure a clean, safe, and healthy program environment.
• Transport participants as assigned, including stepping in to drive when needed.
• Foster growth and independence by teaching skills, encouraging choices, and respecting individuality.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Driver's license (Class C/D)

Job description

Direct Support Professional IDirect Support Professional (DSP) ASPiRE!, an Affiliate of Seven Hills Foundation Provide direct support to individuals served, assisting with personal care activities, fostering independence, and contributing to their overall well-being in a safe and engaging environment.Pay: $20.50/hrSchedule: Monday through Friday 730a-330pBenefits 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 Option3 Paid Personal Days11 Paid HolidaysAccrued Paid Sick TimeResponsibilitiesDeliver personalized care and support aligned with individual Plans of Care.Assist participants with personal care needs such as dining, toileting, mobility, and transfers.Collaborate with the Interdisciplinary Team to implement positive behavioral supports.Plan and implement engaging and age-appropriate group and individual activities.Ensure a clean, safe, and healthy program environment.Transport participants as assigned, including stepping in to drive when needed.Foster growth and independence by teaching skills, encouraging choices, and respecting individuality.Maintain participant privacy, dignity, and cultural appropriateness in all interactions.QualificationsEducation & Experience:Standard driver’s license (Class C or D).1–3 years of related experience preferred.Completion of healthcare training or competency evaluation program preferred.Alternative qualifications: A high school diploma and one year of related activities experience, or a relevant college degree with the ability to complete onsite competency training.Skills and Knowledge:Activity planning and recreational skills.Health and safety protocols to ensure participant well-being.Assistance with daily living activities such as personal hygiene and mobility.Team collaboration and strong communication skills.Basic first aid knowledge and the ability to address minor emergencies.Why Join Us?At ASPiRE!, you’ll make a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals served while working in a supportive and collaborative team environment.Apply Today!Take the next step in your career and join us as a Direct Support Professional.High school diploma/GED/HiSET required Requirements:Standard driver’s license – class C or class D requirement:No license required for this position requirement:No certifications required for this position certifications:1 – 3 years of related experience