Direct Support Professional II (2835)

Starting pay is $20.50/hour for awake hours (additional $1.00 differential for active MAP certification); $17.50/hour for asleep hours.

Schedule

• Sunday 3–11 pm
• Monday 4–11 pm
• Tuesday 4–11 pm
• Wednesday 4–11 pm
• Saturday 3–11 pm
• Mandatory staff meeting every other Thursday 1–3 pm

About the Role

Support Advocate is a direct support professional (DSP) position at Seven Hills Foundation. They act as a caregiver for individuals with intellectual disabilities, developmental disabilities, or acquired brain injuries (ABI or TBI). This role is ideal for those with customer service and administrative skills, as well as compassion for others. Opportunities are available for experienced professionals, college students, stay-at-home parents, paraprofessionals, or teachers seeking a new career in the healthcare industry.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day services to program participants, including assisting with personal care such as bathing, toileting, and teeth brushing.
• Assist and/or teach individuals household maintenance, meal preparation, and shopping, fostering independence and responsibility.
• Accompany individuals to appointments as needed.
• Administer medications or support individuals in self-medicating according to residential guidelines.
• Follow individual routines, including Behavior Support Plans, personal care, and Physical Therapy.
• Support individuals with varying disabilities to fully participate in their community and personal lives.
• Demonstrate creativity, engagement, and dedication as part of a team.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or HiSET required.
• Standard driver’s license (Class C or Class D).
• 1–3 years of related experience.
• Proven record of conscientious, responsible behavior (work, volunteer, or school history).
• Ability to work with varied interests and personal connections in the local community.

Benefits

For Full-time Employees

• Health Insurance: Offered through Blue Cross Blue Shield with a generous company contribution.
• Enhanced Retirement Plan: 25%–33% employer match based on tenure.
• Student Loan Assistance: Consolidation, counseling, and limited employer contribution.
• Discounted Tuition: Partnerships with colleges and universities.
• Tuition Assistance: Reimbursed or prepaid college coursework.
• Home Mortgage Initiative: Favorable down payment (3–5%) and reduced closing costs co-paid by Seven Hills.
• Generous Accrued Paid Vacation: 3 weeks in your first year.
• Vacation Cash-Out Option.
• 3 Paid Personal Days.
• 11 Paid Holidays.
• Accrued Paid Sick Time.

For Part-time Employees

• Accrued Paid Sick Time.
• Enhanced Retirement Plan: 25%–33% employer match (minimum 20 worked hours per week).
• Student Loan Assistance: Consolidation and free debt counseling.
• Personal PTO (minimum 20-hour regular part-time schedule; does not apply to per diem).