Empowering Direct Support Specialist - Group Home Care

Berkshire Family And Individual Resources; Northampton (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Berkshire Family And Individual Resources in Northampton, MA is seeking an Direct Support Professional to provide daily living support in a group home setting. The DSP helps residents with personal care, housekeeping, cooking, and recreational activities to promote independence.

The role emphasizes assisting individuals to achieve personal goals and to participate in community activities while encouraging meaningful community membership and individual interests.

Qualifications

• Min of 18 years of age.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Ability to read and write, and perform basic math.
• Effective communication and multitasking.
• Background checks incl. CORI, SORI, fingerprinting, driving record, etc.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily living support in a group home.
• Assist individuals with personal care, housekeeping, cooking and recreation.
• Help individuals become as independent as possible and meet personal goals.
• Encourage participation in community activities and community membership.

Skills

Math skills

Reading & writing

Communication

Multitasking

Judgement

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Berkshire Family And Individual Resources in Northampton, MA is seeking an Direct Support Professional to provide daily living support in a group home setting. The DSP helps residents with personal care, housekeeping, cooking, and recreational activities to promote independence.

The role emphasizes assisting individuals to achieve personal goals and to participate in community activities while encouraging meaningful community membership and individual interests.