Direct Support Professional: Sign-On Bonus & Paid Training

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

Benefits offered by this job

Sign on bonus

Health insurance

Dental and Vision insurance

Paid time off & sick time

Tuition Remission

Life insurance

Job summary

Venture Community Services Inc. is hiring a Direct Support Professional in Massachusetts to assist adults with disabilities. The role offers paid training, a sign-on bonus, and a new pay rate of $17.50–$19 per hour.

Part-time schedule includes weekend and weekday shifts, with 38 hours weekly and opportunities to grow through education and training. Applicants must be 21+, hold a HS diploma or GED, and demonstrate reliable transportation and English proficiency.

Qualifications

• Commitment to assisting people with varying disabilities to participate fully in their community.
• Ability to work as a creative, engaged, dedicated member of the team.
• Fluent English communication required.

Responsibilities

• Advocate for and support adults 22+ with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Assist with household tasks, meal prep, shopping, bathing, toileting, dressing, and personal care.
• Support attendance at medical appointments and community activities; assist with banking and outings.
• Follow Behavior Support Plans, Individual Support Plans and goals; adhere to medical guidelines.

Skills

Commitment to inclusion

Community connections

Conscientious track record

Team player

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Job description

Venture Community Services Inc. is hiring a Direct Support Professional in Massachusetts to assist adults with disabilities. The role offers paid training, a sign-on bonus, and a new pay rate of $17.50–$19 per hour.

Part-time schedule includes weekend and weekday shifts, with 38 hours weekly and opportunities to grow through education and training. Applicants must be 21+, hold a HS diploma or GED, and demonstrate reliable transportation and English proficiency.