Direct Support Professional

The Arc of Opportunity•Hubbardston, MA

93d•$20 - $21•Onsite

About The Position

Supporting independence. Building trust. Changing lives. The Direct Support Professional role is the perfect position to start your career path! This role involves working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED is required
A valid driver’s license is required
Acceptable CORI/Finger printing and driving record are required at all times during employment with The Arc of Opportunity.
Use of personal vehicles is required and must meet all state requirements to include valid registration, insurance, and safety standards.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.; kneel, bend and carry items; and sustain periods of walking, standing, and sitting
Ability to physically assist individuals according to their needs and perform physical restraint if necessary
Demonstrated superior communication skills, both in verbal and written English
Functional and situational reasoning to follow policy, problem solve, exercise sound judgment, prioritize multiple tasks, and manage crisis
Computer literacy skills

Nice To Haves

Experience in substance abuse and/or mental health field preferred

Responsibilities

Implement Individual Support Plans for individuals based on assessments, objectives, and goals
Provide light to medium maintenance/domestic functions associated with residential programs, including, but not limited to: shoveling snow, cleaning, laundry, cooking, grocery shopping and grounds keeping duties as assigned
Ability to transfer, change, shower assist with toileting and all personal care needs of the individuals supported
Works closely with Residential Managers and Assistant Residential Managers in delivering service standards of excellence and ensures operational compliance within assigned programs in accordance with Federal, State and agency regulations
Actively advocates for individuals served and demonstrates agency mission and values in all interpersonal and professional relations
Knowledgeable about community resources to better assist individuals served in achieving their goals while seeking to empower and enhance their quality of life
Conducts oneself professionally by maintaining respect, following regulations and agency policies and adhering to confidentiality requirements in all assigned duties
Attends mandatory trainings and meetings as assigned and required. Maintains all required certifications
Demonstrate knowledge of and commitment to agency mission and fundamental values
Cross functional communication skills, in written and oral English, which convey clear and concise information in a professional and respectful manner to individuals supported, family members/guardians, peers, government agencies, community partners and employees.
Frequent driving of facility motor vehicles and vans
Additional duties as assigned