Direct Care Professional R78
Pay Rate: $21.00/hour, increasing to $22.00/hour after one year of benefit-eligible employment.
Schedule
- Saturday: 9am–7pm
- Monday: 3pm–9pm
- Tuesday: 3pm–11pm
- Thursday: 3pm–11pm
Additional part-time, full-time, relief/per diem, and 2nd/3rd shifts are available. Openings in Mansfield, Taunton, Fall River, and surrounding areas.
About the Role
Direct Care Professionals are part of a team supporting adults with developmental disabilities in a residential program. You will assist with daily activities and ensure a structured routine that includes:
- Individual community outings
- Meal preparation
- Assistance with activities of daily living
- Personal care
- Medical appointments
- Medication distribution
Community outings provide opportunities for individuals to integrate into the community and enjoy activities such as movies, shopping, dining out, baseball games, and bowling.
Requirements
- Compassionate personality with a desire to make a difference in someone’s life
- High school diploma or GED preferred but not required
- Qualifying criminal background check and driving record
- Valid driver’s license and use of your personal vehicle
- TB screening and physical required upon hire, with TB updates every two years
No prior experience is needed; free on-the-job paid training, professional development, and career advancement opportunities are provided.
Benefits
For employees in benefit-eligible positions:
- 4 weeks accrued paid time off
- 11 paid holidays annually
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 403(b) savings plan
- Wellness activities and initiatives
- Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
- Free life and long-term disability insurance
- Short-term disability insurance
- Discounts through LifeMart (e.g., movie and theme park tickets, T-Mobile savings)
- Employee Assistance Program
- On-site fitness center
- Discounts on auto, home, and renters insurance
- Free financial planning/analysis
- Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program
- Financial support with monthly student loan payments
- Professional Development Tuition Assistance Program
- Reimbursement for C.N.A. training and licensing
- Free DDS Certificate (Human Services)
- Scholarship opportunities
- Degree completion incentive
Qualifications
While not required, candidates with an interest in CNA, PCA, or HHA work, as well as students in Human Services, Psychology, and Sociology programs, are encouraged to apply.