104-19 Direct Support Professional

About the role

This part‑time position is in a highly behavioral residential home setting in Southbridge, MA. The Direct Support Professional (DSP) supports adults 22 and over with intellectual and developmental disabilities, helping them with daily living, community integration, medical appointments, and behavior support plans.

Responsibilities

• Advocate and support adults 22+ with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Assist with household maintenance, meal preparation, shopping, bathing, toileting, dressing, teeth brushing.
• Accompany individuals to medical appointments, banking, community outings, and activities.
• Administer medications and follow Behavior Support Plans, Individual Support Plans, and medical guidelines.
• Ensure safe evacuation of individuals during emergencies.
• Maintain required certifications and comply with agency policies and DDS regulations.
• Participate in paid training (New Employee Orientation, CPR/First Aid, Safety Care, Defensive Driving, Medication Administration Program) and receive program‑specific training at the individuals’ home.

Requirements

• Age 21+ with reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Experience working in a residential setting with highly behavioral individuals.
• Ability to speak, read, and write fluent English.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including holidays, overnights, or double‑shifts.

Qualifications

• Commitment to assisting people with varying disabilities to participate fully in their community and lives.
• Varied interests and personal connections in the local community.
• Proven record of conscientious, responsible behavior (work, volunteer, or school history).
• Ability to work as a creative, engaged, dedicated team member.

Benefits

• Sign‑on bonus: $500 for part‑time employees.
• Company‑paid life insurance for full‑time employees.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Earned paid time off and 40 hours of sick time.
• Employee referral bonus program.
• Tuition remission support.
• Supportive and encouraging working environment.

Pay

Hourly wage: $17.50 – $19.00 (includes paid training).

Schedule

Part‑time, 24 hours per week: Sunday–Tuesday, 11 p.m. – 7 a.m.