Direct Care Worker I - North Shore/Metro North - Full and Part Time Positions - Continuous Posting

Commonwealth of Massachusetts•Danvers, MA

About The Position

This is an open and continuous posting for Full-Time and Part-Time positions on multiple shifts throughout the North Shore/Metro Boston area of the Northeast Region of DDS. The Department of Developmental Services (DDS) seeks caring and compassionate applicants for the role of DIRECT CARE WORKER I who are committed to building meaningful relationships and provide outstanding care and service. The Direct Care Worker role provides programmatic direct care services and supports to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This is to be accomplished by the provision of an environment consistent with participants' needs in daily living and those skills necessary for community life. Please Note: Based on assignment, candidates may be eligible for various pay differentials. For more information on the Department of Developmental Services (DDS) go to: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yLyCHl8CEwI To visit the DDS Career Page, please visit: https://www.mass.gov/dds-careers Direct Care Worker I POSITIONS AVAILABLE IN THE FOLLOWING North Shore/Metro Boston CITIES & TOWNS: Beverly – Danvers – Ipswich – Lynn – Lynnfield – Medford – Peabody – Saugus – Stoneham – Wakefield The mission of the Department of Developmental Services (DDS) is to create innovative and genuine opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities including Autism Spectrum Disorder to participate fully and contribute meaningfully to their communities as valued members. DDS serves over 43,000 vulnerable individuals throughout their lifetimes, providing a spectrum of day, employment, and residential supports. The agency directly oversees and manages $3 billion in public funds ($2.7B+ operating budget) and approximately 5,500 staff, the largest state employee workforce of any agency in the Massachusetts executive branch of government. For more information about our agency and programs visit: www.mass.gov/dds

Requirements

Possess current and valid Class D Motor Vehicle Operator's License
Applicants must pass the Medication Administration Program (MAP) certification
Upon successful completion of a training program, incumbents must obtain and maintain Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid (FA) certification
Applicants must be flexible in work schedule.
Employees in this position to be able to perform mandatory overtime when circumstances dictate the need.
Successful candidates will be required to acknowledge and attest to your vaccination status for both COVID-19 and Influenza.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain a respectful, caring, tolerant, ethical, and empowering relationship with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
Capacity to assist/lift individuals with physical disabilities and/or limited mobility
Aptitude to transcribe, read and comprehend the English language

Responsibilities

Provide support to individuals by assisting in the development and implementation of habilitative, behavioral and recreational programs in accordance with the Individual Service Plan (ISP) objectives
Coordinate with direct supervisor(s) to ensure successful implementation of ISP's, use of appropriate methods, coordination of services and crisis intervention
Assist and facilitate activities of daily living, such as 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 various 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