Impactful Direct Support Pro — First Shift (Community Homes)

Northeast Arc; Burlington (MA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid holidays

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life Insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Employee Assistance

Professional development

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Northeast Arc has been providing innovative residential services for nearly 50 years and is committed to providing individuals and their families with superior supports and services that increase independence and quality of life.

As a Direct Support Professional, you will work in community-based home settings with residents, helping them develop skills, participate in their communities, and lead with empathy to support their daily lives.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• At least one year of Human Service Experience strongly preferred.
• Ability to develop and maintain a respectful, caring, tolerant, ethical and empowering relationship with individuals with intellectual and physical disabilities.
• A desire to assist people in achieving their dreams and goals.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds, stand for periods of time, bend, push wheelchairs, provide physical intervention as necessary, and be able to lift and/or transfer individuals.
• Complete and maintain First Aid, CPR, MAPs, Vehicle Safety, Human Rights, and Fire Safety certifications.
• Must successfully complete and pass all required background checks as a condition of employment.

Responsibilities

• Providing quality living supports and supervision for intellectually and developmentally disabled individuals living in residential programs or independently
• Teach, support, and facilitate choices for individuals served within their homes and communities
• Serve as a role model for individuals and assist in developing social skills
• Develop and maintain respectful, caring, and empowering relationships with the individuals you support
• Assist with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) and support individuals in achieving their personal goals
• Maintain accurate documentation and complete required reports in accordance with agency standards
• Administer medications according to Northeast Arc Policies and Procedures and MAPs Regulations. Support doctors' appointments, ER and hospital visits, and contact on-call nursing appropriately.

Skills

Empathy

Residential care

Helping others

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Northeast Arc has been providing innovative residential services for nearly 50 years and is committed to providing individuals and their families with superior supports and services that increase independence and quality of life.

As a Direct Support Professional, you will work in community-based home settings with residents, helping them develop skills, participate in their communities, and lead with empathy to support their daily lives.