Direct Support Professional — Paid Training + Sign-On Bonus

Venture Community Services Inc.; Southbridge (MA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign on Bonus

Life insurance (company paid) for full

Health insurance

Dental and Vision insurance

PTO and sick time

Referral bonus program

Tuition remission

Supportive & encouraging environment

Job summary

Venture Community Services Inc. is seeking a Direct Support Professional in Massachusetts to empower adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The role involves daily living support, community participation, and advocating for independence in a residential setting.

Paid training and opportunities for career development accompany a starting pay of $17.50–$19.00 per hour. A $1,000 sign-on bonus for full-time staff and a $500 bonus for part-time staff are offered, with full-time

Qualifications

• Commitment to assisting people with varying disabilities participate fully in their community.
• 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 be active in their lives.
• Assist with household tasks, meals, shopping, bathing, toileting, dressing, and daily living activities.

Skills

Compassionate care

Communication

Team player

Flexibility

Job description

Venture Community Services Inc. is seeking a Direct Support Professional in Massachusetts to empower adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The role involves daily living support, community participation, and advocating for independence in a residential setting.

Paid training and opportunities for career development accompany a starting pay of $17.50–$19.00 per hour. A $1,000 sign-on bonus for full-time staff and a $500 bonus for part-time staff are offered, with full-time