Direct Support Professional II

Seven Hills Foundation•Fitchburg, MA

11h•Onsite

About The Position

A Support Advocate is a direct support professional (DSP) position at Seven Hills Foundation, acting as a caregiver for individuals with an intellectual disability, developmental disability, or an acquired brain injury (ABI or TBI). The role requires customer service skills, administrative skills, and compassion. Seven Hills Foundation offers opportunities for both experienced direct care providers and individuals new to the field, such as college students, stay-at-home parents, paraprofessionals, or teachers. Part-time positions offer flexible schedules. Full-time employees receive benefits like reduced tuition, tuition reimbursement, three weeks of vacation, and a generous retirement match, promoting work-life balance. Seven Hills Foundation is a growing nonprofit with 4,500 professionals, committed to diversity and inclusion, and provides stability as essential workers.

Requirements

18+ years old
High school diploma, GED, or HiSET required.
Valid Driver’s License & Good Driving Record
CPR/First Aid and MAP certification required (paid training provided if needed).

Nice To Haves

1-3 years of related experience preferred.
Commitment to assisting people with varying disabilities to participate fully in their community and in their own lives
Varied interests and personal connections in the local community
Proven record of conscientious, responsible behavior (work, volunteer or school history)
Ability to work as a creative, engaged, dedicated member of your team

Responsibilities

Provide day-to-day services to program participants.
Assist and/or teach individuals varying levels of personal care, including bathing, toileting, and teeth brushing.
Assist and/or teach individuals household maintenance, meal preparation, and/or shopping, while fostering increasing independence.
Accompany individuals on appointments.
Administer medications (or support self-medication) according to residential guidelines.
Follow individual routines, including Behavior Support Plans, personal care, and Physical Therapy.

Benefits

Pay: $20.50/hr (additional $1/hr differential for active MAP certification)
Flexible schedules (for part-time jobs)
Reduced tuition on select online Associate’s and Bachelor’s degree programs
Tuition reimbursement
Three weeks of vacation time
Generous retirement match
Health Insurance: Offered through Blue Cross Blue Shield, with generous company contribution.
Enhanced Retirement Plan: 25% - 33% Employer match based on tenure.
Student Loan Assistance: Consolidation, counseling, & limited employer contribution!
Discounted Tuition with College & University Partnerships!
Tuition Assistance: Reimbursed or prepaid college coursework!
Home Mortgage Initiative: Favorable down payment (3-5%), reduced closing costs co-paid by Seven Hills!
Accrued Paid Sick Time (for part-time employees)
Enhanced Retirement Plan: 25% - 33% Employer match (Minimum of 20 worked hours per week) (for part-time employees)
Student Loan Assistance: Consolidation and free debt counseling! (for part-time employees)
Personal PTO - (Minimum 20 hour regular part-time schedule - does not apply to per diem) (for part-time employees)
Generous Accrued Paid Vacation: 3 weeks in your first year!
Vacation Cash-Out Option
3 Paid Personal Days
11 Paid Holidays
Accrued Paid Sick Time