Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Haverhill, MA - 145
About The Position
Waystone is seeking a direct care worker to support adults in a residential group home in Haverhill, Massachusetts. In the role of Residential Skills Instructor or Awake Overnight staff, you will assist five individuals, ages 22 and up, with activities of daily living and provide companionship and support. The job includes personal care, meal preparation, transportation, documentation, medication assistance, and support for residents’ independence and personal goals. Overnight staff must remain alert, conduct routine wellness checks, and provide personal care such as toileting assistance and brief changes when needed. The position is part time, with schedules of 25 or more hours per week. The listed schedule is Tuesday 3:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m., Wednesday 1:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m., Thursday 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., Friday 3:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m., and Saturday 12:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. The hourly rate is $21.63. The position is non-exempt, union-represented by SEIU Local 509, and benefit-eligible as of the date of hire.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED equivalent.
- Ability to read, write, and comprehend English to follow care plans, document services, and communicate effectively with individuals, families, and healthcare professionals.
- Experience providing training, case management, and appropriate service delivery to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities living in the community.
- Valid driver’s license in good standing.
- At least one year of driving experience.
- Able and willing to assist with heavy lifting.
Nice To Haves
- MAP (Medication Administration Program) certification; Waystone offers training to obtain certification within six months of employment.
- CPR/First Aid certification; Waystone offers training to obtain certification within three months of employment.
Responsibilities
- Assist residents with daily living activities, including personal hygiene, toileting, brief changes, bathing, dressing, feeding, grooming, transferring, and meal preparation.
- Assist with heavy lifting and drive wheelchair-accessible company vans.
- Transport residents to appointments, community events, and recreational activities.
- Complete Individual Support Plans to help residents achieve personal goals and promote independence.
- Complete daily logs and notes and track behavioral data.
- Assist with medication administration and maintain accurate documentation as required.
- Provide companionship and mentorship, and redirect behaviors when appropriate.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and supportive residential program.
- Uphold residents’ rights, dignity, and confidentiality.
- Maintain the program’s staff-to-resident ratio, manage money, and provide home management.
- For overnight shifts, remain alert, conduct routine wellness checks, and provide personal care support as needed.
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision insurance, with enrollment eligibility on the first day.
- Comprehensive wellness program.
- Flexible Spending Accounts.
- Retirement savings plan (401(k)/Roth) with employer match.
- Two weeks of vacation.
- 12 holidays.
- Three personal days.
- Nine sick days.
- DEIB Committee with monthly speaker series and events.
- Ongoing professional development with opportunities for CEUs.
- Employee appreciation events.
- Opportunities for growth within Waystone.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Employee referral bonuses.
- Employee of the month bonus.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
High school or GED
