Direct Support Specialist with Sign-On Bonus & Training

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

Benefits offered by this job

Sign on Bonus

Life Insurance (full-time)

Health Insurance

Dental & Vision Insurance

PTO & Sick Time (40 hours)

Referral Bonus

Tuition Remission

Supportive environment

Job summary

Venture Community Services is seeking a Direct Support Professional to empower adults 22 and over with intellectual and developmental disabilities, helping them participate fully in daily life. You will support activities of daily living, meal prep, transportation, and community integration while upholding dignity and respect.

This part-time position runs with weekend and evening shifts (Sun 9a-3p, Sun 3p-11p, Mon 3p-11p, Sat 9a-3p) with paid training and a $500 sign-on bonus for part-time staff

Qualifications

• Commitment to assisting people with varying disabilities to participate fully in their own lives and community.
• 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 for and support adults with disabilities to live as independently as possible.
• Assist with household tasks, meals, shopping, and personal care.
• Support attendance at medical appointments and community activities.

Skills

Disability support

Local community ties

Conscientiousness

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Venture Community Services is seeking a Direct Support Professional to empower adults 22 and over with intellectual and developmental disabilities, helping them participate fully in daily life. You will support activities of daily living, meal prep, transportation, and community integration while upholding dignity and respect.

This part-time position runs with weekend and evening shifts (Sun 9a-3p, Sun 3p-11p, Mon 3p-11p, Sat 9a-3p) with paid training and a $500 sign-on bonus for part-time staff