DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL Part-time Weekends

League School for Autism; Walpole (MA); On-site; USD 30,307 - 35,817; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) retirement plan with employer match

Paid time off as per MA Sick Leave law

Job summary

League School for Autism in Walpole is seeking part-time Direct Support Professionals for their residential program. Candidates will assist children on the Autism Spectrum in daily activities and personal care while fostering a supportive community. Responsibilities include preparing meals, ensuring safety, and documenting incidents. Required qualifications include a High School diploma, prior experience with children, and CPR training. The position offers a starting salary of $22.00 – $26.00/hour based on experience. A generous benefits package, including a 403(b) retirement plan, is provided.

Qualifications

• Must have a High School diploma and preferably a Bachelor’s degree.
• Prior experience caring for children in a residential setting is required.
• Safety Care, CPR and First Aid certifications required (training provided).
• Valid driver’s license and pass rigorous background checks required.

Responsibilities

• Assist students in life skills, community trips, and personal health care.
• Support students in preparing healthy meals and keeping properties safe.
• Document incidents and communicate effectively with all stakeholders.
• Be available for regularly scheduled weekend work.

Skills

Experience caring for children in a residential setting

Organization skills

Creative problem-solving

Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel

Education

High School diploma

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Course of study in special education, psychology, or social work (preferred)

Job description

League School for Autism is an award-winning, year-round program dedicated to the education of children on the Autism Spectrum. Our team approach to education creates a collaborative, supportive and open environment within our community. We are currently seeking part-time DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONALS for our residential program in Walpole to work 2nd and 3rd shifts on weekends. Other shifts may also be available. Starting pay rate is $22.00 – $26.00/hour, depending on years of experience and level of education completed.

Position Requirements

• Must have HS diploma and preferably a Bachelor’s degree; or be in an undergraduate course of study, preferably special education, education, psychology, human services or social work.
• Prior experience caring for children in a residential setting required; autism experience preferred.
• Safety Care, CPR and First Aid certifications (training will be provided if you do not have these currently).
• Valid driver’s license.
• Must pass rigorous background checks, including nationwide fingerprint screening.

Supervision Received: Residential Program Manager, Assistant Residential Manager

Duties and Responsibilities include the following

1. Assist students in all areas including life skills, community trips, personal health care, social and recreational activities.
2. Support the students by helping to prepare healthy meals and keeping the properties safe and clean.
3. Must have good organization skills and be a creative problem solver.
4. Must be able to document all incidents and communicate effectively with clients, families, co-workers and supervisors.
5. All shifts require that staff be awake and alert at all times.
6. New hires must be available for regularly scheduled weekend work.
7. Work collaboratively with all school staff members to coordinate support for students.
8. Transport students in League School vans, as needed.

Computer Skills

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Google Mail.

Benefits

League School offers a generous part-time benefit package that includes a 403(b) retirement plan with employer match, as well as paid time off per MA Sick Leave law.

Equal Opportunity Employer

League School for Autism is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment that is free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by federal and state laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who challenge such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.