Direct Support Professional II

SEVEN HILLS FOUNDATION INC; North Reading (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Enhanced Retirement Plan

Student Loan Assistance

Discounted Tuition with College &

Tuition Assistance: Reimbursed or pre​

Home Mortgage Initiative

Job summary

Seven Hills Foundation in North Reading, MA is hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSP) to provide day-to-day care for individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities and ABI/TBI. Helpers support personal care, household tasks, meals, appointments, and community participation while following care plans and safety guidelines.

A team-based environment with flexible scheduling and growth opportunities awaits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Driver’s license – class C or D1.
• 3 years of related experience (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day services to program participants.
• Assist and/or teach personal care activities (bathing, toileting, etc.).
• Assist and/or teach household maintenance, meal prep, and shopping.
• Accompany participants to appointments as needed.
• Administer medications or support self-medication.
• Follow routines including Behavior Support Plans and Personal Care activities.
• Promote participation in community activities and daily life.
• Collaborate as a team member to support participants.

Skills

Customer service

Administrative skills

Compassion

Education

High school diploma/GED/HiSET

Job description

Direct Support Professional IIPay: $21.50 awake hours (additional $2.00 differential for active MAP certification) ; $17.50/asleep hoursSchedule: Sunday 9am-11pm, Monday 9-5pm, Tuesday 9-3pm, Wednesday 9-3pm; Staff meeting every other Thursday 3pm-5pm. 34/hoursSupport Advocate is a direct support professional (DSP) position at Seven Hills Foundation. They act as a caregiver for a wide range of individuals with an intellectual disability, developmental disability, or an acquired brain injury (ABI or TBI). Customer service skills, administrative skills, and compassion for others are all traits of a Support Advocate. Seven Hills has opportunities for direct care providers with many years of experience, as well as for college students, stay-at-home moms and dads, paraprofessionals, or teachers looking for a new career opportunity. Part-time jobs offer flexible schedules in the healthcare industry. Our full-time benefits, such as reduced tuition on select online Associate’s and Bachelor’s degree programs, tuition reimbursement, three weeks of vacation time, and generous retirement match, support a healthy work-life balance. Seven Hills Foundation is a growing nonprofit of 4,500 dedicated professionals that celebrate diversity and inclusion. We also provide the stability of being considered essential workers for those Ready to Work. We hope you consider joining our team today!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!Benefits for Part-time Employees:Accrued Paid Sick TimeEnhanced Retirement Plan: 25% - 33% Employer match (Minimum of 20 worked hours per week)Student Loan Assistance: Consolidation and free debt counseling!Personal PTO - (Minimum 20 hour regular part-time schedule - does not apply to per diem)Work-Life Balance:Generous Accrued Paid Vacation: 3 weeks in your first year!Vacation Cash-Out Option3 Paid Personal Days11 Paid HolidaysAccrued Paid Sick TimeWhat You'll Do:Support Advocates are responsible for the provision of day-to-day services to our program participants. To assist and/ or teach individuals varying levels of personal care which may include bathing, toileting, teeth brushing etc. so individuals always look and feel their best. To assist and/ or teach individuals household maintenance, meal prep and/or shopping, while providing ongoing opportunities for individuals to assume increasing control & responsibility over their daily lives. Support Advocates may also accompany individuals on appointments as well. Administering medications (or supporting them to self-medicate) in accordance with residential guidelines. To follow routines of the individuals including, but not limited to; Behavior Support Plans, personal care, Physical Therapy, etcCommitment to assisting people with varying disabilities to participate fully in their community and in their own livesVaried interests and personal connections in the local communityProven record of conscientious, responsible behavior (work, volunteer or school history)Ability to work as a creative, engaged, dedicated member of your teamHigh school diploma/GED/HiSET requiredStandard driver’s license – class C or class D1 – 3 years of related experience