Direct Support Professional - Sign-On Bonus & Training

Venture Community Services Inc.; Rutland (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

Job summary

Venture Community Services Inc. is seeking a Direct Support Professional to empower adults 22+ with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The role emphasizes advocacy, community participation and personal independence, with paid training provided.

The position offers a part-time schedule (Sun 9a-4p, Sat 9a-4p) at $17.50–$19.00 per hour, plus a $1,000 sign-on bonus for full-time and $500 for part-time staff. Benefits include health, dental/vision, PTO, and training opportunities.

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 with intellectual and developmental disabilities to be active in their lives.
• Assist with daily living tasks such as household chores, meal prep, shopping, bathing and dressing.
• Accompany individuals to medical appointments, banking, community activities and outings.
• Follow Behavior Support Plans, Individual Support Plans and MAP as required and follow medical guidelines.

Skills

Disability support

Community engagement

Teamwork

Reliability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Venture Community Services Inc. is seeking a Direct Support Professional to empower adults 22+ with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The role emphasizes advocacy, community participation and personal independence, with paid training provided.

The position offers a part-time schedule (Sun 9a-4p, Sat 9a-4p) at $17.50–$19.00 per hour, plus a $1,000 sign-on bonus for full-time and $500 for part-time staff. Benefits include health, dental/vision, PTO, and training opportunities.