Direct Support Professional - Impact & Sign-On Bonus

Venture Community Services; Spencer (MA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign on Bonus

Paid Training

Full Time 40 hrs/wk

Job summary

Venture Community Services in Spencer, MA is hiring a Direct Support Professional (DSP). You will advocate for adults 22+ with intellectual and developmental disabilities, supporting daily living activities, transportation, and community involvement.

This full-time role pays $17.50–$19.00 per hour, with paid training and a $1,000 sign-on bonus. Shifts include evenings and weekends; Venture offers an orientation program and ongoing education to grow your skills in a compassionate, inclusive

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 activities of daily living: household maintenance, meal prep, shopping, bathing, toileting, dressing, teeth brushing.
• Support attendance at medical appointments, banking, community activities and outings, and follow plans and guidelines.
• Administer medications and follow medical guidelines as required.

Skills

Commitment to inclusion

Community involvement

Conscientiousness

Team player

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Venture Community Services in Spencer, MA is hiring a Direct Support Professional (DSP). You will advocate for adults 22+ with intellectual and developmental disabilities, supporting daily living activities, transportation, and community involvement.

This full-time role pays $17.50–$19.00 per hour, with paid training and a $1,000 sign-on bonus. Shifts include evenings and weekends; Venture offers an orientation program and ongoing education to grow your skills in a compassionate, inclusive