106-11 Direct Support Professional

Venture Community Services Inc • Sturbridge, MA

7d • $18 - $19

About The Position

Venture Community Services is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) to advocate for and support adults age 22 and older with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The role empowers individuals to be as active and independent in their lives as possible, while assisting with household maintenance, meal preparation, shopping, personal care, and other daily needs.

DSPs may accompany individuals to medical appointments and banking, help them participate in community activities and outings, administer medications, follow Behavior Support Plans and Individual Support Plans, work toward individual goals, and adhere to established medical guidelines. Employees receive paid New Employee Orientation and paid training in CPR/First Aid, Safety Care, Defensive Driving, Medication Administration Program (MAP), and program- and person-specific support at the individual’s home. The DSP must be able to safely evacuate individuals from the home in an emergency and maintain required certifications while following Agency policies and DDS regulations.

Requirements

• Age 21 or older.
• Reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Commitment to helping people with varying disabilities participate fully in their community and their own lives.
• Varied interests and personal connections in the local community.
• A proven record of conscientious, responsible behavior through work, volunteer, or school history.
• Ability to work as a creative, engaged, and dedicated member of a team.
• Ability to speak, read, and write fluent English.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule to meet program and individual needs, which may include holidays, overnights, or double shifts.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the job.

Responsibilities

• Advocate for and support adults age 22 and older with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Empower individuals to be as active and independent in their lives as possible.
• 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 accompany them on outings.
• Administer medications.
• Follow Behavior Support Plans, Individual Support Plans, individual goals, and established medical guidelines.
• Safely evacuate individuals from the home in the event of an emergency.
• Maintain certifications and perform job duties in compliance with Agency policies and DDS regulations and policies.

Benefits

• Sign-on bonus of $500 for part-time employees.
• Paid training, including New Employee Orientation, CPR/First Aid, Safety Care, Defensive Driving, MAP, and program- and person-specific training.
• Company-paid life insurance for full-time employees.
• Health insurance.
• Dental and vision insurance.
• Earned paid time off and 40 hours of sick time.
• Employee referral bonus program.
• Tuition remission.
• Supportive and encouraging working environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: High school or GED