Direct Support Professional - Sign-On Bonus & Paid Training

Venture-Community-Service; Dudley (MA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign on Bonus

Health insurance

Dental and Vision insurance

Earned Paid time off and sick time

Employee Referral Bonus program

Tuition Remission

Job summary

Venture Community Services seeks a Direct Support Professional to assist adults 22+ with intellectual and developmental disabilities, promoting independence and active community participation through daily living support and advocacy.

You will provide hands-on assistance, accompany clients to appointments, and help them engage in community activities, following individualized plans. This role includes paid training and opportunities for growth within a supportive team.

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 be active in life.
• Assist with daily living tasks and community participation.
• Attend medical appointments and follow plans while maintaining safety.

Skills

Empathy for disabilities

Community ties

Reliability

Team player

Education

High School Education

Job description

Venture Community Services seeks a Direct Support Professional to assist adults 22+ with intellectual and developmental disabilities, promoting independence and active community participation through daily living support and advocacy.

You will provide hands-on assistance, accompany clients to appointments, and help them engage in community activities, following individualized plans. This role includes paid training and opportunities for growth within a supportive team.