Direct Care Worker I - Merrimack Valley - Full and Part Time Positions - Continuous Posting

Commonwealth of Massachusetts • Danvers, MA

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About The Position

The Department of Developmental Services (DDS) seeks caring and compassionate Direct Care Worker I applicants 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, helping create an environment suited to participants’ daily living needs and the skills needed for community life.

This is an open, continuous posting for full-time and part-time positions in multiple shifts across the Merrimack Valley area of the Northeast Region of DDS. Positions are available in Amesbury, Georgetown, Haverhill, Methuen, Newburyport, and North Andover. Depending on assignment, candidates may be eligible for pay differentials. This is an entry-level position filled on an ongoing basis as vacancies and new programs arise. Many positions require working every weekend with two days off during the week. Employees must be flexible in their schedules, able to work in a 24-hour, seven-day-a-week operation, perform mandatory overtime when needed, and report to work when the Governor declares a state of emergency.

Employees are paid biweekly and must use direct deposit. The position is covered by a vaccination regulation applicable to certain staff in State Hospitals and State Congregate Care Facilities; successful candidates must acknowledge and attest to their COVID-19 and influenza vaccination status. Recommended candidates must complete pre-employment screening, including abuse registry, criminal record, and fingerprint-based background checks.

Requirements

• 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 the required training program, obtain and maintain Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid (FA) certification.
• Be flexible in work schedule; the position operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and many assignments require weekend work.
• Be able to perform mandatory overtime when circumstances dictate.
• Report to work when the Governor declares a state of emergency.
• Complete required pre-employment screening, including CPPD Abuse Registry, CORI criminal background, and fingerprint-based national background checks.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain respectful, caring, tolerant, ethical, and empowering relationships 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 with the development and implementation of habilitative, behavioral, and recreational programs in accordance with Individual Service Plan (ISP) objectives.
• Coordinate with direct supervisors to support successful ISP implementation, use appropriate methods, coordinate services, and provide crisis intervention.
• Assist 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 declared state of emergency.
• Perform mandatory overtime when circumstances require.

Benefits

• Comprehensive employee benefits and rewards are offered as part of the compensation package.
• Candidates may be eligible for pay differentials depending on assignment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed