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Direct Support Professional II (3308)

Seven Hills Foundation · Lakeville, MA · 3 wk ago
OTHR$20.5/hrFull-time

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, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, 3:00 PM – 10:00 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 healthcare.

Responsibilities

  • Provide day-to-day services to program participants, assisting and/or teaching personal care tasks such as bathing, toileting, and teeth brushing.
  • Assist and/or teach household maintenance, meal preparation, and shopping, fostering independence and responsibility in individuals.
  • 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.
  • Leverage varied interests and community connections to enrich the lives of those supported.
  • Work as a creative, engaged, and dedicated team member.

Requirements

  • High school diploma, GED, or HiSET.
  • Standard driver’s license (Class C or D).
  • 1–3 years of related experience.
  • Proven record of conscientious, responsible behavior (work, volunteer, or school history).

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, with a vacation cash-out option.
  • 3 Paid Personal Days and 11 Paid Holidays.
  • Accrued Paid Sick Time.

For Part-time Employees (minimum 20 hours per week)

  • Accrued Paid Sick Time.
  • Enhanced Retirement Plan: 25%–33% employer match.
  • Student Loan Assistance: Consolidation and free debt counseling.
  • Personal PTO (does not apply to per diem employees).

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