DSP-Residential -Relief

The Arc of Opportunity in North Central Massachusetts; Leominster (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Arc of Opportunity in North Central Massachusetts is seeking Direct Support Professionals-Relief to help deliver quality care in residential programs. This role supports individuals with developmental disabilities and collaborates with Residential managers to maintain service standards.

Flexible shift options are available, and staff are expected to advocate for residents, implement support plans, and assist with daily living tasks.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Active and valid driver’s license.
• Ability to pass background checks.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and sustain periods of sitting or standing.
• Ability to assist in a restraint if needed.
• Substance abuse or mental health experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Delivers service standards with Residential managers and Direct Support Professionals while ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Advocates for individuals served and implements Individual Support Plans based on assessments and goals.
• Assists participants with personal care including toileting, transfers, dining, showering, dressing, and grooming.
• Provides light to medium maintenance tasks such as cleaning, laundry, cooking, shopping, snow removal, and grounds keeping.

Skills

Background checks

Lift 50lbs

Restraint assistance

MAP certification experience

Driver's license

Education

Highschool diploma or GED

Job description

DSP-Residential-Relief

Interested in working for a company that has led the way to improving the lives of individuals with Developmental Disabilities for over 60 years? Do you believe in enriching the lives of individuals and supporting them to reach their fullest potential? The Arc of Opportunity is looking for Direct Support Professionals-Relief to fill that mission.

Salary & Benefits

Pay: $20.29/hour (without MAP Certification) | $21.33/hour (with MAP Certification)

Schedule

Flexible shift

Essential Job Functions

• Works closely with Residential managers and Direct Support Professionals in delivering service standards of excellence and ensure operational compliance within assigned program in accordance with federal, state and agency regulations.
• Actively advocates for individuals served and demonstrates agency mission and values in all interpersonal and professional relations and implement Individual Support Plans for individuals based on assessments, objectives and goals.
• Assist program participants with personal care and hygiene as needed, including but not limited to: toileting, transfers, change dining, showering, dressing, and grooming
• Provide light to medium maintenance/domestic functions associated with residential programs, including, but not limited to: cleaning, laundry, cooking, grocery shopping, shoveling snow, and grounds keeping duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Highschool diploma or GED
• Active and valid driver’s license
• Ability to pass background checks
• Ability to lift to 50lbs and sustained periods of sitting or standing
• Ability to assist in a restraint if needed
• Experience in substance abuse or mental health preferred

The Arc is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its selection and employment practices. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, age, or other legally protected characteristics.

When an applicant with a disability needs accommodation to have an equal opportunity to apply and/or interview for a job, they may request it orally or in writing through the VP of Human Resources.