Evening Direct Care Worker II – Developmental Services

Massachusetts Department of Public Health; Bourne (MA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Developmental Services in Sandwich, MA is seeking a Direct Care Worker II to provide direct care and supports in a residential setting. The role requires handling habilitative programs, crisis intervention, transport, and medication administration.

The position operates in a 24/7 program and requires flexibility and adherence to regulatory requirements. Applicants should have experience with developmental disabilities, basic English, and the ability to coordinate activities and

Qualifications

• Ability to acquire working knowledge of the issues and services of people with developmental disabilities.
• Ability to acquire working knowledge of first aid, CPR and medication administration.
• Working knowledge of household operations.
• Ability to work with other staff who support individuals.
• Ability to deal tactfully and effectively with the people being supported and their families.
• Ability to read and write basic English effectively.
• Ability to communicate oral and/or gestural instructions.
• Ability to plan, assign and coordinate the activities of others.
• Ability to evaluate the work of others
• High school diploma preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with implementation of habilitative, behavioral and recreational programs.
• Perform crisis intervention when necessary.
• Monitor DSW I staff to ensure that they are acting as advocates demonstrating respect and positive regard for the individuals.
• Attend review meetings, maintain and protect confidential records.
• Transport individuals to work, appointments and recreational outings.
• Dispense medications in accordance with applicable laws, rules and regulations.
• Help individuals’ make choices in their lives; meet personal care and nutritional needs.
• Guarantee policies, procedures and services are followed and provided throughout the tour of duty.
• Complete cooking, housekeeping and yard work duties as required.

Skills

First aid CPR medications

English literacy

Oral gestural instructions

Plan coordinate activities

Evaluate others work

Developmental disabilities knowledge

High school diploma preferred

Education

High school diploma preferred

Job description

Department of Developmental Services in Sandwich, MA is seeking a Direct Care Worker II to provide direct care and supports in a residential setting. The role requires handling habilitative programs, crisis intervention, transport, and medication administration.

The position operates in a 24/7 program and requires flexibility and adherence to regulatory requirements. Applicants should have experience with developmental disabilities, basic English, and the ability to coordinate activities and