Direct Support Professional III - LPN
Seven Hills Foundation · Yarmouth, MA · 4 days ago
On-siteHealthcare$40/hrFull-time
Direct service position providing individual medical support and education to individuals in assigned programs, advocating for all medical needs of program participants with a focus on optimal health.
Pay
$40.00/hour base rate; $41.00/hour Cape Cod rate
Schedule
- Sunday 7am-9pm
- Friday 7am-10am and 2pm-9pm
- Saturday 7am-9pm
- Hours assigned by supervisor; on-call responsibilities
Benefits
For Full-time Employees
- Health Insurance: Offered through Blue Cross Blue Shield, with generous company contribution
- Enhanced Retirement Plan: 25% - 33% employer match based on tenure
- Student Loan Assistance: Consolidation, counseling, & limited employer contribution
- Discounted Tuition: With college & university partnerships
- Tuition Assistance: Reimbursed or prepaid college coursework
- Home Mortgage Initiative: Favorable down payment (3-5%), reduced closing costs co-paid by Seven Hills
- Work-Life Balance:
- 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
Responsibilities
- Assess and coordinate healthcare services for individuals, ensuring timely follow-up and communication with relevant SHCS staff
- Assist and transport individuals to medical appointments in accordance with DDS standards
- Document all nursing interventions, medical updates, and care changes in Electronic Health Records (EHR)
- Maintain and review medication and treatment orders; monitor for side effects and report concerns to appropriate personnel
- Support Individual Service Plan (ISP) implementation by understanding and monitoring relevant care components (e.g., behavior plans, hygiene, self-medication)
- Train staff on medication policies and procedures
- Ensure health records are accurate and compliant with DDS regulations
- Communicate medical updates and treatment plans to residential and day program staff
- Maintain safety standards and monitor for compliance across settings
- Collaborate with Health Care Director or program RN for supervision and clinical guidance
- Participate in staff meetings and mandatory in-services
- Uphold agency policies and maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and respect at all times
- Foster a supportive and cooperative team environment
- Perform additional duties as assigned by the Health Care Director or RN
Why Join Seven Hills Foundation?
- Be part of a mission-driven team dedicated to person-centered care
- Opportunities for professional development and growth
- Create meaningful connections and positively impact lives every day