Direct Care Worker II

Commonwealth of Massachusetts•Sturbridge, MA

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Developmental Services (DDS) is hiring a caring and compassionate Direct Care Worker II (DCW II). This shift supervisor role provides oversight and direct services to individuals with developmental disabilities. It offers valuable work experience and opportunities to build a foundation for professional development and advancement within DDS. The position is located in the South Valley West Program in Sturbridge, Massachusetts. The scheduled shift is 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m., with Friday and Saturday off. This is a 24-hour, 7-day-a-week staff position, and employees must be able to perform mandatory overtime when circumstances require it. After successfully completing Medication Administration Program (MAP) training, incumbents must obtain and maintain MAP certification. DDS serves more than 43,000 people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including Autism Spectrum Disorder, and provides day, employment, and residential supports. The agency oversees approximately 5,500 staff and manages public funds, including an operating budget of more than $2.7 billion.

Requirements

At least one year of full-time or equivalent part-time experience providing direct support services to people with developmental, intellectual, emotional, or physical disabilities, or an equivalent combination of experience and qualifying substitutions.
A current and valid motor vehicle operator’s license at the class level specific to the assignment; the posting specifies a current and valid Class D license.
Ability to perform mandatory overtime when circumstances dictate.
Upon successful completion of MAP training, obtain and maintain MAP Certification.
Successful candidates must acknowledge and attest to their COVID-19 and influenza vaccination status, or applicable required mitigation measures.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of practices and procedures necessary to ensure individuals’ health and safety, including evacuation procedures.
Ability to plan, assign, and coordinate the activities of others.
Ability to give clear and understandable written or oral instructions.

Responsibilities

Assist individuals in meeting their personal care and nutritional needs.
Assist and support individuals in making choices in their lives.
Maintain individuals’ rights by complying with applicable laws and regulations.
Provide leisure activities and, when needed, drive individuals to work, appointments, and recreational activities.
Provide daily supervision and training to Direct Care Worker I staff, ensuring they advocate for individuals and demonstrate respect and positive regard for people with developmental disabilities.
As shift supervisor, oversee individuals’ health and safety, including administering medications.
Communicate with appropriate medical and health care providers about health concerns and accompany individuals to appointments as necessary.