Empowering Direct Support Professional | Part-Time

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

Benefits offered by this job

Sign on Bonus

Company paid life insurance for full-?

Health insurance

Dental and Vision insurance

Earned Paid time off and 40 hours of s

Employee Referral Bonus program

Tuition Remission

Supportive and encouraging working env

Job summary

Venture Community Services in Massachusetts is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) to advocate for and support adults 22+ with intellectual and developmental disabilities, helping them participate in their communities.

The DSP will assist with daily living tasks and empower individuals to maintain independence, health, and dignity through individualized support plans. Paid training and growth opportunities accompany a competitive schedule.

Qualifications

• Commitment to assisting people with varying disabilities to participate fully in their community.
• Willingness to work flexible schedule including holidays, overnights, or double-shifts.
• Ability to advocate and support adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Fluent English written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Advocate and support adults 22+ with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live independently.
• Assist with household tasks, meal prep, shopping, bathing, toileting, dressing and personal care.
• Accompany individuals to medical appointments, banking and community activities.
• Follow Behavior Support Plans and Individual Support Plans to achieve goals.
• Maintain certifications and comply with agency policies and DDS regulations.

Skills

Teamwork

Empathy

Fluent English

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Venture Community Services in Massachusetts is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) to advocate for and support adults 22+ with intellectual and developmental disabilities, helping them participate in their communities.

The DSP will assist with daily living tasks and empower individuals to maintain independence, health, and dignity through individualized support plans. Paid training and growth opportunities accompany a competitive schedule.