Direct Care Worker I – Taunton Area – Full-Time and Part-Time - Continuous Posting

About the role

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 by creating an environment consistent with participants' needs in daily living and those skills necessary for community life.

Positions are available in Taunton, Attleboro, Lakeville, Middleboro, and Raynham. Full-time and part-time positions are available on multiple shifts, including weekends. Applicants must be flexible with work schedules. This is a 24-hour/7 days a week staff position, and employees may be required to perform mandatory overtime when circumstances dictate.

Responsibilities

• Provide support by assisting in the development and implementation of habilitative, behavioral, and recreational programs in accordance with 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, including 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

Requirements

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

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