What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional (113) position at Venture Community Services?
PAY RATE $17.50-$19.00per hour!
Sign On Bonus! Paid Training!
Benefits Eligible! Heath Insurance, Vision, Dental, Paid Time Off, Life Insurance, Parental Leave, Flexible Spending Account, 403B, Referral Program, and more!
(113-03) Sun 8a-9p, Mon 2p-10p, Fri 2p-11p (30 Hours)
(113-06) Sun 9a-9p, Mon 4p-11p, Tues 2p-11p, Thurs 11a-11p (40 Hours)
(113-08) Wed 2p-11p, Fri 2p-11p, Sat 9a-11p (32 Hours)
(113-04) Fri 11p-10a, Sat 11p-11a (23 hours)
Sign on Bonus: $1,000 for Full time employees, $500 for Part time employees
Venture Community Services provides support to individuals facing diverse challenges through a compassionate and dedicated workforce using innovative practices that encourage independence, empowerment, and opportunity.
The opportunity to enhance the lives of individuals with disabilities has untold rewards. At Venture, we are committed to empowering our employees through ongoing education and innovative training opportunities that cultivate talents. Venture Community Services offers an excellent benefits package, values work-life balance and promotes a culture of inclusion and equity where employees’ opinions matter.
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.
Qualifications:
- 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.
Job Requirements:
- 21 with reliable transportation and valid driver’s license
- High School Diploma or GED
- 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.
- Willingness to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the program and individuals supported. This may include holidays, overnights, or double-shifts.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $17.50 - $19.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Sturbridge, MA: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $19
