Venture Community Services Inc
Location
Webster, Massachusetts
Salary
$18 - $19 / HOUR
The Direct Support Professional (DSP) advocates for and supports adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, assisting them with daily living activities and community engagement. Responsibilities include meal prep, personal care, and following medical and behavioral guidelines.
Candidates must be 21 or older, possess a high school diploma or GED, and have experience working with behavioral individuals in a residential setting. Reliable transportation and the ability to communicate in fluent English are also required.
Description This open position is in a highly behavioral residential home setting. We are seeking candidates with experience working with behavioral individuals.
Sign On Bonus: $1000 for Full Time and $500 for Part Time employees
The Direct Support Professional (DSP) is responsible for advocating and supporting adults 22 and over with intellectual and developmental disabilities by empowering them to be as active in their lives as they can. Their support needs include, but are not limited to, household maintenance, meal prep, shopping, bathing, toileting, dressing, teeth brushing, etc…so that they may always look and feel their best. The DSP may be asked to assist them to their medical appointments, banking, assist them to become active members of their community, attend outings, administer medications, follow Behavior Support Plans, Individual Support Plans and goals, and to follow medical guidelines that are in place.
DSP workers are provided paid New Employee Orientation, paid CPR/First Aid, PABC, Defensive Driving, and Medication Administration Program (MAP), as well as program and person specific training at the individuals’ home. The DSP must be able to safely evacuate individuals from the home in the event of an emergency. DSP workers must maintain certifications, handle job related duties in compliance with Agency policies and follow all DDS regulations/policies.
Commitment to assisting people with varying disabilities to participate fully in their community and in their own lives. Varied 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 the team.
Must be 21+ with reliable transportation and valid driver’s license High School Diploma or GED Experience working in a residential setting with highly behavioral individuals. Employees must possess the knowledge, skills and abilities listed above, and demonstrate that they can perform the essential functions of the job. Employee must be able to speak, read, and write in fluent English.
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