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Direct Care Worker I - North Shore/Metro North - Full and Part Time Positions - Continuous Posting

Executive Office of Technology Services and Security · Danvers, MA · 3 days ago
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About the role

This is an open and continuous posting for full-time and part-time positions on multiple shifts throughout the North Shore/Metro Boston area of the Northeast Region of DDS. The Department of Developmental Services (DDS) seeks caring and compassionate applicants for the role of Direct Care Worker I who are committed to building meaningful relationships and providing outstanding care and service. The Direct Care Worker role provides programmatic direct care services and supports to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, creating an environment consistent with participants' needs in daily living and those skills necessary for community life.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Provide support to individuals by assisting in the development and implementation of habilitative, behavioral and recreational programs in accordance with the Individual Service Plan (ISP) objectives
  • Coordinate with direct supervisor(s) to ensure successful implementation of ISPs, use of appropriate methods, coordination of services and crisis intervention
  • Assist and facilitate activities of daily living, such as household maintenance, self-care and hygiene, food shopping and preparation, budgeting, leisure activities and socialization skill development
  • Attend individuals' review meetings and accompany them to various appointments
  • Transport individuals to work, recreational activities and other engagements as needed
  • Maintain individuals' confidentiality and records; preserve individuals' human rights by complying with applicable laws and regulations

Preferred Qualifications

  • Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain a respectful, caring, tolerant, ethical, and empowering relationship with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
  • Capacity to assist/lift individuals with physical disabilities and/or limited mobility
  • Aptitude to transcribe, read and comprehend the English language

Agency Requirements

  • Possess current and valid Class D Motor Vehicle Operator's License
  • Upon successful completion of the Medication Administration Program (MAP) training, incumbents must obtain and maintain their MAP Certification
  • Upon successful completion of a training program, incumbents must obtain and maintain Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid (FA) certification

Schedule

Positions are available on various shifts, including full-time and part-time. Many positions require working every weekend with two days off in the middle of the week. Applicants must be flexible with their work schedule. This is a 24-hour/7 days a week staff position. Mandatory overtime may be required when circumstances dictate the need. This position is designated as an "EMERGENCY" position in the Department of Developmental Services Emergency Plan, meaning employees may be required to report to work whenever the Governor declares a state of emergency.

About The Department Of Developmental Services

The mission of the Department of Developmental Services (DDS) is to create innovative and genuine opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including Autism Spectrum Disorder, to participate fully and contribute meaningfully to their communities as valued members. DDS serves over 43,000 vulnerable individuals throughout their lifetimes, providing a spectrum of day, employment, and residential supports. The agency directly oversees and manages $3 billion in public funds and approximately 5,500 staff.

Pre-Hire Process

Education and license/certification information provided by the selected candidate(s) is subject to the Massachusetts Public Record Law and may be published on the Commonwealth's website. Education, licensure, and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division's Hiring Guidelines. Recommended candidates must successfully complete pre-employment screening, including:

  • Commission for the Protection of Persons with Disabilities (CPPD) Abuse Registry Search
  • Criminal background check (CORI) by regulations set forth by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services
  • National Background Checks, Chapter 234 of the Acts of 2014, conduct fingerprint-based check

Additionally, successful candidates will be required to acknowledge and attest to vaccination status for both COVID-19 and Influenza.

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