Direct Care Worker II

Commonwealth of Massachusetts•Easthampton, 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 for candidates interested in professional development and advancement within DDS. The role is located in the Commonwealth Program in Easthampton, Massachusetts. The scheduled shift is 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.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. Candidates must meet the minimum entrance requirements through 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. An associate’s degree or higher in a human services field may substitute for the required experience. A current and valid motor vehicle driver’s license is required, at a class level appropriate to the assignment. Recommended candidates must successfully complete pre-employment screening, including a CPPD Abuse Registry Search, CORI criminal background check, and fingerprint-based national background check. Education, licensure, and certifications will be verified. The position is subject to vaccination or required mitigation provisions for COVID-19 and influenza under 101 CMR 23.00.

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 driver’s license at a class level specific to the assignment; the agency specifies a current and valid Class D license.
Ability to perform mandatory overtime when circumstances dictate the need.
Successful completion of pre-employment screening, including a CPPD Abuse Registry Search, CORI criminal background check, and fingerprint-based national background check.
Acknowledge and attest to COVID-19 and influenza vaccination status or required mitigation measures, as applicable under 101 CMR 23.00.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of practices and procedures necessary to assure the health and safety of individuals, including evacuation procedures.
Ability to plan, assign, and coordinate the activities of others.
Ability to give written or oral instructions clearly and understandably.

Responsibilities

Assist individuals with personal care and nutritional needs.
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 they advocate for individuals and show 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.