Direct Care Worker I - Central Middlesex - Full and Part Time Positions - Continuous Posting
About The Position
The Department of Developmental Services (DDS) seeks caring and compassionate Direct Care Worker I employees committed to building meaningful relationships and providing outstanding care and service. The role provides programmatic direct care services and supports to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, creating an environment that meets participants’ daily living needs and supports the skills necessary for community life. Positions are available in Acton, Bedford, Burlington, Lexington, Maynard, and Woburn, in the Central Middlesex area of the Northeast Region. This is an open, continuous posting for full-time and part-time positions on multiple shifts. The work operates around the clock, seven days a week. Some positions require weekend work, and employees must be flexible with their schedules and able to perform mandatory overtime when needed. Employees in this designated emergency position must report to work when the Governor declares a state of emergency. Depending on assignment, employees may be eligible for pay differentials. Employees are paid bi-weekly by direct deposit. Salary placement depends on directly related experience and education and applicable compensation guidelines. The position is subject to applicable COVID-19 and influenza vaccination or mitigation requirements.
Requirements
- Minimum entrance requirements: none.
- Possess a current and valid Class D Motor Vehicle Operator’s License.
- After successfully completing Medication Administration Program (MAP) training, obtain and maintain MAP Certification.
- After successfully completing a training program, obtain and maintain Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid (FA) certification.
- Be flexible in work schedule; mandatory overtime may be required.
- Report to work when the Governor declares a state of emergency.
- Complete required pre-employment screening, including the CPPD Abuse Registry Search, CORI criminal background check, and fingerprint-based national background check.
Nice To Haves
- Ability to develop and maintain a respectful, caring, tolerant, ethical, and empowering relationship with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
- Capacity to assist or lift individuals with physical disabilities and/or limited mobility.
- Aptitude to transcribe, read, and comprehend English.
Responsibilities
- Support individuals by assisting in developing and implementing habilitative, behavioral, and recreational programs according to Individual Service Plan (ISP) objectives.
- Coordinate with direct supervisors to support successful ISP implementation, appropriate methods, service coordination, and crisis intervention.
- Assist with and facilitate activities of daily living, including household maintenance, self-care and hygiene, food shopping and preparation, budgeting, leisure activities, and socialization skill development.
- Attend individuals’ review meetings and accompany them to appointments.
- Transport individuals to work, recreational activities, and other engagements as needed.
- Maintain individuals’ confidentiality and records.
- Preserve individuals’ human rights by complying with applicable laws and regulations.
- Report to work during a state of emergency when required and perform mandatory overtime when circumstances require.
Benefits
- Comprehensive employee benefits and rewards.
- Pay differentials may be available depending on assignment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
