Direct Support Professional - Sign-On Bonus & Training

Venture Community Services; Southbridge (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

40 hours of sick time

Employee Referral Bonus program

Tuition Remission

Paid training

Company paid life insurance

Job summary

Venture Community Services is seeking a Direct Support Professional to empower adults 22 and over with intellectual and developmental disabilities. You will provide advocacy, daily living support, meal prep, errands, and transportation assistance as needed, while promoting independence and community participation.

Paid training is provided, including CPR/First Aid, and opportunities to grow within the program.

Qualifications

• Commitment to helping people with disabilities participate in their community.
• Diverse local connections and varied interests.
• Proven conscientious, responsible work/volunteer/school history.
• Creative, engaged, team-oriented collaborator.

Responsibilities

• Advocate for and support adults 22+ with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Assist with household tasks, meal prep, shopping.
• Support attendance to medical appointments and community activities.
• Follow Behavior Support Plans, Individual Support Plans and goals.
• Maintain safety and comply with DDS regulations.

Job description

Venture Community Services is seeking a Direct Support Professional to empower adults 22 and over with intellectual and developmental disabilities. You will provide advocacy, daily living support, meal prep, errands, and transportation assistance as needed, while promoting independence and community participation.

Paid training is provided, including CPR/First Aid, and opportunities to grow within the program.