Senior Day Support Professional

TILL, Inc; Billerica (MA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance

Paid time off

403(b) retirement plan with employer match

Recruitment bonuses and tuition assistance

Job summary

A leading support services provider is looking for a Senior Day Support Professional in Billerica. This role involves supervising staff and working directly with individuals with developmental disabilities. Candidates should have a relevant degree, strong communication skills, and CPR certification. The position offers a competitive salary of $70,000 per year and includes various benefits such as health insurance and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year’s experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Candidate must be 18 years of age or older.
• CPR and First Aid certification is a condition of employment.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Day Support Professionals and maintain monthly supervision records.
• Work directly with individuals, providing physical assistance when necessary.
• Oversee ASP/ISP process and participate in skills assessment.
• Assist in training cluster DSPs and monitor staff implementation.
• Help Program Manager with administrative duties.
• Ensure program runs optimally in absence of Program Manager.

Skills

Good written and oral communication skills

Ability to write ISP objectives

Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities

Education

BA/BS in human services, psychology, or related field

Associate’s degree with two years of experience

GED with four years of experience

Job description

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TILL’s Day programs offer person-centered skill development and supports to adults with developmental disabilities, learning differences, acquired brain injury, and other specialized needs. Our unique TILL Now curricula provides the framework for individualized interests and learning experiences. Each six-week unit centers around one topic or theme, with opportunities for engagement with material in a variety of settings and modalities.

Senior Day Support Professional is an integral part of the day program. He/She is responsible for assisting the Day Program Manager in running a program cluster group on a daily basis and is accountable to the Day Program Manager.

Program schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm.

Location

Billerica, Chelsea.

Employment Type

Full-Time.

Salary

$70,000 per year.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Day Support Professionals and maintain monthly supervision records.
• Work directly with individuals, which may include physical assistance such as lifting, passive restraints, hand‑over‑hand assistance, and personal hygiene.
• Oversee ASP/ISP process and participate in the individuals’ skills assessment.
• Assist in the training of cluster DSPs and monitor staff implementation of training methods and behavioral techniques.
• Assist Program Manager with administrative duties, including but not limited to maintaining confidential records, developing cluster activities and schedules, and reviewing new referrals.
• Ensure program stays running at optimal performance in the absence of the Program Manager.
• Submit weekly facilities requests to Program Manager.
• Work collaboratively with Program Manager on Day Support Professional Evaluations and disciplinary memos, HCSIS, and DPPC reporting.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in human services, psychology, or related field and a minimum of one year’s experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Associate’s degree requires two years’ of experience.
• GED requires four years’ experience.
• Candidate must be 18 years of age or older.
• Good written and oral communication skills in order to effectively communicate individuals’ needs and train staff.
• Ability to write ISP objectives.
• CPR and First Aid certification is a condition of employment.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Position may include some lifting.

Benefits

TILL is committed to creating a work environment which expands learning, offers career growth opportunities, and satisfaction in knowing that each of us can and does MAKE A DIFFERENCE in someone else’s life.

• Competitive pay
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance plans
• Paid time off – generous vacation, holiday and sick time benefits
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
• Recruitment bonuses, tuition and student debt opportunities, and discount tickets