Night Residential Support Specialist II

Commonwealth of Massachusetts; Bridgewater (CT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services in Bridgewater seeks a Developmental Services Worker II to provide direct care in a residential home setting. The role involves implementing habilitative, behavioral and recreational programs, risk management and coordination with staff across shifts.

The position is full-time with a night shift (11:00 PM – 9:00 AM), work schedule includes Thursday, Friday, and Saturday off, and requires MAP/CPR certifications and flexibility for

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.

Responsibilities

• Assist with 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

Crisis intervention

Medication administration

Assist with habilitative programs

Transportation

Record keeping

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma preferred

Associate degree in human services (substitutes for experience)

Job description

Commonwealth of Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services in Bridgewater seeks a Developmental Services Worker II to provide direct care in a residential home setting. The role involves implementing habilitative, behavioral and recreational programs, risk management and coordination with staff across shifts.

The position is full-time with a night shift (11:00 PM – 9:00 AM), work schedule includes Thursday, Friday, and Saturday off, and requires MAP/CPR certifications and flexibility for