504-02 Direct Support Professional

Venture Community Services Inc•Brockton, MA

2d•$18 - $19

About The Position

Venture Community Services seeks a Direct Support Professional (DSP) to advocate for and support adults age 22 and over with intellectual and developmental disabilities, empowering them to be as active as possible in their own lives. Support may include household maintenance, meal preparation, shopping, and assistance with bathing, toileting, dressing, and teeth brushing. DSPs may also assist with medical appointments and banking, help people participate in their communities and attend outings, administer medications, follow Behavior Support Plans and Individual Support Plans and goals, and comply with established medical guidelines. DSPs receive paid New Employee Orientation, CPR/First Aid, PABC, Defensive Driving, Medication Administration Program (MAP), and program- and person-specific training at the individual's home. Employees must maintain certifications, perform duties in compliance with Agency policies and DDS regulations and policies, and be able to safely evacuate individuals from the home during an emergency. This is a full-time, 40-hour position with an overnight schedule: Sunday 11 p.m.–8:30 a.m., Monday and Tuesday 10 p.m.–8:30 a.m., and Wednesday 11 p.m.–8:30 a.m. The listed pay rate is $17.50–$19.00 per hour. A $1,000 sign-on bonus is listed for full-time employees.

Requirements

Be at least 21 years old.
Have reliable transportation and a valid driver's license.
Have a high school diploma or GED.
Speak, read, and write fluent English.
Be willing to work a flexible schedule, which may include holidays, overnights, or double shifts.
Demonstrate a commitment to helping people with varying disabilities participate fully in their community and their own lives.
Have varied interests and personal connections in the local community.
Have a proven record of conscientious, responsible behavior through work, volunteer, or school history.
Be able to work as a creative, engaged, and dedicated team member.
Possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed and demonstrate the ability to perform the essential job functions.

Responsibilities

Advocate for and support adults age 22 and over with intellectual and developmental disabilities, empowering them to be active in their lives.
Assist with household maintenance, meal preparation, shopping, bathing, toileting, dressing, and teeth brushing.
Assist individuals with medical appointments and banking, community participation, and outings.
Administer medications and follow Behavior Support Plans, Individual Support Plans and goals, and established medical guidelines.
Safely evacuate individuals from the home in an emergency.
Maintain certifications and perform job duties in compliance with Agency policies and DDS regulations and policies.