Direct Support Professional: Sign-On Bonus & Paid Training

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

Benefits offered by this job

Sign on Bonus

Company paid life insurance for full‑t

Health insurance

Dental and Vision insurance

Earned Paid time off

Sick time

Employee Referral Bonus program

Tuition Remission

Job summary

Venture Community Services is seeking a Direct Support Professional to empower adults 22+ with intellectual and developmental disabilities, helping them participate in daily life and community activities.

The role offers full-time hours with a 40-hour schedule, paid training, and a $1000 sign-on bonus for full-time staff. Responsibilities include personal care, meal prep, transportation support, and assisting with appointments and community engagement.

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

• Empower adults 22+ with intellectual and developmental disabilities to participate actively.
• Assist with household tasks including meal prep, shopping, and personal care.
• Support appointments, banking, outings, and community involvement.
• Follow Behavior Support Plans and Individual Support Plans as needed, and administer medications as required.

Skills

Commitment to helping others

Team player

Conscientiousness

Engaged/active member

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Venture Community Services is seeking a Direct Support Professional to empower adults 22+ with intellectual and developmental disabilities, helping them participate in daily life and community activities.

The role offers full-time hours with a 40-hour schedule, paid training, and a $1000 sign-on bonus for full-time staff. Responsibilities include personal care, meal prep, transportation support, and assisting with appointments and community engagement.