Job DescriptionJob DescriptionDirect Support Professional - Community Day ProgramLocation: Westborough, MAPay & benefits: $18-$22/hour Full-time Medical, PTOWe're hiring a Direct Support Professional (DSP) to help participants build independence, navigate daily life with confidence, and stay connected to their community - through hands-on skill-building, advocacy, and support with daily living activities.What you'll doSupport daily living activities (meals, light housekeeping, self-care) while teaching skills that build independence.Advocate for participants' rights, preferences, and dignity, and support their community, social, and vocational activities.Safely drive agency passenger vans on scheduled routes; assist participants boarding and disembarking.Complete required documentation on time, in line with our program guidelines and Massachusetts DDS guidelines; maintain HIPAA/DDS confidentiality.Communicate proactively with supervisors, guardians, and community partners; complete required training and certifications.What you'll needRequired:High school diploma, GED, or equivalent18 years of age or older1+ year of experience supporting individuals with disabilitiesValid driver's license with a clean driving recordFamiliarity with DDS regulations and Medicaid waiver programsDemonstrated computer literacy for electronic documentationStrong verbal and written communication skillsExperience with behavior support plans or positive behavior strategiesOrganizational skills and attention to detailAbility to pass and maintain all required trainingSatisfactory background check resultsPreferred:Associate's degree in Human Services, Psychology, or a related fieldCPR/First Aid certification (training provided if not already held)Bilingual or multilingual capabilitiesPhysical requirements: ability to bend, lift up to 50 lbs., push/pull/reach, and walk or stand for extended periods.Pre-employment screening: DPPC Abuse Registry check, CORI and national fingerprint-based background checks, driver's license/MVR verification.We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or age.
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