Jobs · OTHR · Massachusetts

6017-07 Direct Support Professional

Venture Community Services · Webster, MA · 1 mo ago
OTHR$17.5–$19/hrFull-time

About the role

This open position is in a highly behavioral residential home setting. We are seeking candidates with experience working with behavioral individuals.

Responsibilities

  • Advocate and support adults 22 and over with intellectual and developmental disabilities to empower them to be as active in their lives as possible.
  • Assist with household maintenance, meal preparation, shopping, bathing, toileting, dressing, teeth brushing, and other personal care tasks.
  • Accompany individuals to medical appointments, banking, community outings, and help them become active members of their community.
  • Administer medications, follow Behavior Support Plans, Individual Support Plans and goals, and adhere to medical guidelines.
  • Ensure safe evacuation of individuals from the home in emergencies.
  • Maintain required certifications and perform job duties in compliance with agency policies and DDS regulations/policies.

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 in their own 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 member of the team.

Benefits

  • Sign‑on bonus: $1,000 for full‑time, $500 for part‑time employees.
  • 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.

Pay

Salary range: $17.50 – $19.00 per hour (includes paid training).

Schedule

Full‑time schedule: Sunday 3 pm – 9 am, Friday & Saturday 10 pm – 9 am. Part‑time positions are 40 hours per week.

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