Evening Direct Support Professional - Sign-On Bonus

Venture Community Services Inc.; Gardner (MA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign on Bonus

Company paid life insurance

Health insurance

Dental and Vision insurance

Earned Paid time off

Sick time 40 hours

Employee Referral Bonus program

Tuition Remission

Supportive working environment

Job summary

Venture Community Services Inc. seeks a Direct Support Professional for part-time shifts (20 hours) with a sign-on bonus and paid training. Responsibilities include assisting adults with disabilities with daily living activities, appointments, and community outings.

Paid orientation and CPR/First Aid training are offered, along with orientation before starting work. The role emphasizes compassionate, person-centered support, with opportunities to develop skills through ongoing education and a

Qualifications

• Demonstrated commitment to helping people with varying disabilities participate in the community.
• Ability to engage with diverse individuals and build positive relationships.
• Proven record of reliable, responsible behavior in work, volunteer or school settings.
• Capable of collaborating as a proactive, engaged team member.

Responsibilities

• Advocate for and support adults 22+ with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Assist with daily living tasks: household chores, meal prep, shopping, personal care.
• Accompany to appointments, accompany to community activities, and support goals.
• Follow applicable plans and medical guidelines, document appropriately.

Skills

Disability support empathy

Community engagement

Conscientiousness

Team player

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Venture Community Services Inc. seeks a Direct Support Professional for part-time shifts (20 hours) with a sign-on bonus and paid training. Responsibilities include assisting adults with disabilities with daily living activities, appointments, and community outings.

Paid orientation and CPR/First Aid training are offered, along with orientation before starting work. The role emphasizes compassionate, person-centered support, with opportunities to develop skills through ongoing education and a