Direct Support Professional - New Ipswich

Job Overview

We are seeking an active, patient, and engaging Direct Support Professional to work one-on-one with a 29-year-old man. This rewarding role blends daily physical exercise, community outings, and skill-building. The goal is to help him stay active, explore community activities, and prepare for future paid employment.

Key Responsibilities

• Active Community Outings: Accompany him on trips to the library, local gym, museums, and occasional local field trips.
• Recreation & Sports: Participate in walking, biking, kayaking, and quarterly New England Healing Sports Association (NESHA) or other sporting activities.
• Daily Routines: Support daily exercise routines, assist during a weekly volunteer cleaning job, and packed lunches.
• Behavioral Support: Implement his established safety plan. Identify anxiety triggers (heat, hunger, thirst, noise) and utilize tools like noise-canceling headphones.
• Medication Administration: Safely administer scheduled medications (Medication and Safety Care Training required.) Certification provided by MDS.

Direct Support Professional Minimum Qualifications

• A sound ethical foundation, dedication, creativity, commitment to building a relationship, sense of humor and ability to work in a team environment.

Schedule

The Schedule is flexible, including weekday and/or weekend hours.

Pre-employment Background Check Requirements

• Criminal records
• Motor vehicle record
• Bureau of Adult and Aging Services (BAAS)
• Division of Child, Youth and Families (DCYF)
• Office of Inspector General (OIG)