Direct Care Worker II

Commonwealth of Massachusetts•Lee, MA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Developmental Services seeks a caring and compassionate Direct Care Worker II (DCW II). This shift supervisor position provides oversight and direct services to individuals with developmental disabilities. It offers work experience intended to support professional development and advancement within the department. The position is located in Lee, Massachusetts. The scheduled shift is 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., with Sunday and Monday off. Staff are required to perform mandatory overtime when circumstances dictate the need. This is a 24-hour, seven-days-a-week staff operation. The position is subject to pre-employment screening, including an abuse registry search, criminal background check, and fingerprint-based national background check. Education, licensure, and certifications will be verified. The role is covered by a regulation requiring applicable staff to attest to their COVID-19 and influenza vaccination status or required mitigation measures.

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 substitutions.
A current and valid Class D motor vehicle operator’s license is required; the license must be at a class level specific to the assignment.
Ability to perform mandatory overtime when circumstances dictate the need.
Successful completion of required pre-employment screening, including the CPPD Abuse Registry Search, CORI criminal background check, and fingerprint-based national background check.
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 assure individuals’ health and safety, including evacuation procedures.
Ability to plan, assign, and coordinate the activities of others.
Ability to give written or oral instructions clearly and understandably.
An associate’s degree or higher in a human services field—such as sociology, special education, psychology, rehabilitation counseling, occupational therapy, physical therapy, or a related field—may substitute for the required experience.

Responsibilities

Assist individuals with personal care and nutritional needs.
Assist and support individuals in making choices in their lives.
Protect individuals’ rights by complying with applicable laws and regulations.
Provide leisure activities and, as needed, drive individuals to work, appointments, and recreational activities.
Provide daily supervision and training to Direct Care Worker I staff, ensuring that they advocate for individuals and demonstrate respect and positive regard.
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.