Direct Support Professional - Peabody, MA - 2nd shift

Northeast Arc; Peabody (MA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Northeast Arc in Peabody, MA is hiring Direct Support Professionals for the 2nd shift to provide quality living supports in residential programs and communities.

You will assist individuals with daily living, document care, support community participation, and follow safety protocols. Valid driver’s license and CPR/FA & MAP certifications are required, along with the ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Qualifications

• Experience in residential Direct Support Care preferred (1 year).
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and assist with transfers.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care and support the clinical and social needs of individuals in residential settings.
• Document accurately in logs, health records, daily data books, and safety logs as required.
• Facilitate meaningful community experiences to build skills and independence.
• Provide hands-on support at home including transfers, bathing, grooming, and dining protocols.
• Administer medications per policy and assist with doctor appointments and on-call nursing as needed.
• Maintain a safe work environment and adhere to safety plans and staffing ratios.

Skills

Valid driver’s license

Physical stamina

Documentation skills

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma

CPR/FA & MAP certification

Job description

Direct Support Professional - Peabody, MA - 2nd shift

Our Home in Peabody, MA is looking for Direct Support Professionals to join its team!

Title: Direct Support Professional

Job Summary: To provide quality living supports and be responsive to individuals living in residential programs or independently. Teach, support, and facilitate choices for people in their homes and within their communities.

Pay Rate: $23.50/hr.- $24.50 with (FA/CPR and MAP certifications a requirement)

Responsibilities:

• Provide Direct Care and support the clinical and social needs of the individuals' receiving services.
• Document accurately and thoroughly including in Inter-Team Communication Logs, Health Records, Daily Data Books and Fire Drill Logs as outlined in Northeast Arc Policy and Procedures
• Facilitate meaningful community experiences for each individual that fosters skill acquisition, relationship building and independence.
• Provide hands-on support at the home, including individualized supports in transferring, bathing and grooming, and following specific dining protocols and treatments.
• Administer medications according to Northeast Arc Policies and Procedures and MAPs Regulations. Support Drs appointments, ER and hospital visits and contact on-call nursing appropriately.
• Maintain a safe work environment by following Universal Precautions, ensuring that emergency exits are clear and accessible at all times and maintaining staffing ratios as outlined in contracts with funding agencies and House Safety Plans.

Qualifications:

• Valid driver’s license required for most positions.
• Minimum of 1 year of Direct Support Care in a Residential Home
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds, stand for periods of time, bend, push wheelchairs, provide physical intervention as necessary.
• High School Diploma is required.
• Current CPR/FA & MAP certification Required.

Northeast Arc changes lives for people with disabilities, and we want you to join us! We are currently hiring Direct Support Professionals to work within our group homes located throughout the north shore. Direct support professionals help the individuals we serve live inclusive and independent lives in their homes and community.