Direct Support Professional II

Responsibilities

• Some of the duties of a Support Advocate are/may include the following depending on the abilities of those residing in the home and the needs of the program.
• Support Advocates are responsible for the provision of day-to-day services to our program participants.
• To assist and/or teach individuals varying levels of personal care which may include bathing, toileting, teeth brushing etc., so individuals always look and feel their best.
• To assist and/or teach individuals household maintenance, meal prep and/or shopping, while providing ongoing opportunities for individuals to assume increasing control & responsibility over their daily lives.
• Support Advocates may also accompany individuals on appointments as well.
• Administering medications (or supporting them to self-medicate) in accordance with residential guidelines.
• To follow routines of the individuals including, but not limited to; Behavior Support Plans, personal care, Physical Therapy, etc.
• Commitment to assisting people with varying disabilities to participate fully in their community and in their own lives.
• Variated interests and personal connections in the local community.
• Proven record of conscientious, responsible behavior (work, volunteer or school history).
• Ability to work as a creative, engaged, dedicated member of your team.

Qualifications

• Education & Experience: 18+ years old
• A high school diploma, GED, or HiSET required.
• 1-3 years of related experience preferred.
• Valid Driver’s License & Good Driving Record.

Pay

Starting pay is $20.50/hour, with additional differentials based on location and qualifications. Cape-based programs offer a $1/hour differential. Martha’s Vineyard programs offer a $4 /hour differential, except the Franklin Street program, which offers $3/hour. An additional $1/hour differential is available for employees with active MAP certification, except at non–Franklin Street programs on Martha’s Vineyard.

Benefits

• Full-time benefits, such as reduced tuition on select online Associate’s and Bachelor’s degree programs, tuition reimbursement, three weeks of vacation time, and generous retirement match, support a healthy work-life balance.