Lead Direct Support Professional II - Empower Independence

Seven Hills Foundation; Leicester (MA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Retirement match (25%-33%)

Student loan assistance

Tuition assistance

Home Mortgage initiative

Paid vacation

Job summary

Seven Hills Foundation is seeking a Direct Support Professional II to empower individuals to lead meaningful, independent lives in their communities. The role focuses on daily care, skill-building, and implementing ISP/Behavior Support Plans within residential settings.

You will mentor staff, coordinate with families, and help manage daily living activities while ensuring health, safety, and respectful treatment of all individuals.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a team and follow ISP/Behavior Support Plans.
• Commitment to treating individuals with dignity and respect.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily support and care to individuals in a residential setting.
• Help individuals build independence by teaching life skills at home and in the community.
• Follow and implement Individual Support Plans (ISP) and Behavior Support Plans.
• Assist with personal care, medication administration, and health-related needs.
• Support individuals in community activities, relationships, and social connections.
• Accompany individuals to appointments and ensure overall health and well-being.
• Maintain accurate documentation and data collection to track progress and outcomes.
• Take a leadership role by training and mentoring other staff.
• Assist with budgeting, shopping, and managing personal funds.
• Build strong, positive relationships with families, guardians, and team members.
• Help maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming home environment.
• Ability to support individuals with daily living activities
• Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills
• Commitment to treating all individuals with dignity and respect

Skills

Strong communication

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Dignity & respect

Job description

Seven Hills Foundation is seeking a Direct Support Professional II to empower individuals to lead meaningful, independent lives in their communities. The role focuses on daily care, skill-building, and implementing ISP/Behavior Support Plans within residential settings.

You will mentor staff, coordinate with families, and help manage daily living activities while ensuring health, safety, and respectful treatment of all individuals.