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.