6013-07 Direct Support Professional
About The Position
Venture Community Services supports adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, promoting independence, empowerment, and opportunity. The Direct Support Professional (DSP) advocates for and supports adults age 22 and over, helping them participate as fully as possible in their own lives and communities. Support may include household maintenance, meal preparation, shopping, bathing, toileting, dressing, and oral care. DSPs may also assist with medical appointments and banking, support community involvement and outings, administer medications, follow Behavior Support Plans and Individual Support Plans and goals, and comply with 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 individuals’ homes. The role requires maintaining certifications, following Agency policies and DDS regulations, and being able to safely evacuate individuals from the home in an emergency. The position is full-time in a residential setting in Dudley, Massachusetts, with a schedule of Sunday through Wednesday and Saturday, 11 p.m. to 7 a.m. Pay is $17.50–$19.00 per hour. A $500 sign-on bonus is stated for part-time employees.
Requirements
- Be at least 21 years old.
- Have a high school diploma or GED.
- Have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
- Be able to speak, read, and write fluent English.
- Demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform the essential functions of the job.
- Be willing to work a flexible schedule that may include holidays, overnights, or double shifts.
- Show 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.
Nice To Haves
- Daily use of a car on site is preferred but not required.
Responsibilities
- Advocate for and support adults age 22 and over with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
- Assist with household maintenance, meal preparation, shopping, bathing, toileting, dressing, and teeth brushing.
- Assist individuals with medical appointments and banking.
- Support individuals in becoming active members of their community and participating in outings.
- Administer medications and follow Behavior Support Plans, Individual Support Plans and goals, and medical guidelines.
- Maintain required certifications and perform job duties in compliance with Agency policies and DDS regulations.
- Safely evacuate individuals from the home in an emergency.
Benefits
- Company-paid life insurance for full-time employees
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Earned paid time off
- 40 hours of sick time
- Employee referral bonus program
- Tuition remission
- Paid New Employee Orientation and job-related training
- Sign-on bonus (stated for part-time employees)
- Supportive and encouraging working environment
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
