Description Venture Community Services provides support to individuals facing diverse challenges through a compassionate and dedicated workforce using innovative practices that encourage independence, empowerment, and op…
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402-06 Direct Support Professional (Overnight Awake)
Worcester, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
$17/hr–$19/hr
Entry level$3M raised
Description Venture Community Services provides support to individuals facing diverse challenges through a compassionate and dedicated workforce using innovative practices that encourage independence, empowerment, and op…
Description Venture Community Services provides support to individuals facing diverse challenges through a compassionate and dedicated workforce using innovative practices that encourage independence, empowerment, and op…
Description Direct Support Professional – Sign on Bonus! New Pay Rate! Paid Training! Schedule: Sun-weds 11p-9a Full time: 40 hours Pay: $17.50 - 19.00 per hour – Paid training provided by Venture! Sign On Bonus: $1000 f…
We are currently seeking an ASSISTANT RESIDENTIAL MANAGER for our residential program in Walpole. Pay range is $26.00 - $27.50/hour. Position Requirements: Bachelor’s Degree in related field and/or relevant experie…
Description Venture Community Services provides support to individuals facing diverse challenges through a compassionate and dedicated workforce using innovative practices that encourage independence, empowerment, and op…
Skills: Nursing Care, Medication Administration, Patient Assessment, Health Education, HIPAA Compliance
Description Venture Community Services provides support to individuals facing diverse challenges through a compassionate and dedicated workforce using innovative practices that encourage independence, empowerment, and op…
Skills: Patient Care, Advocacy, Medication Administration, Behavior Support Planning, Household Maintenance
Description Venture Community Services provides support to individuals facing diverse challenges through a compassionate and dedicated workforce using innovative practices that encourage independence, empowerment, and op…
Description Venture Community Services provides support to individuals facing diverse challenges through a compassionate and dedicated workforce using innovative practices that encourage independence, empowerment, and op…
Description Venture Community Services provides support to individuals facing diverse challenges through a compassionate and dedicated workforce using innovative practices that encourage independence, empowerment, and op…
Description Venture Community Services provides support to individuals facing diverse challenges through a compassionate and dedicated workforce using innovative practices that encourage independence, empowerment, and op…
Description Venture Community Services provides support to individuals facing diverse challenges through a compassionate and dedicated workforce using innovative practices that encourage independence, empowerment, and op…
Southbridge, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
$19/hr–$21/hr
Mid level$3M raised
Description This open position is in a highly behavioral residential home setting. We are seeking candidates with experience working with behavioral individuals. Schedule: Mon-Fri 9a-3p Part Time: 30 Hours Salary: $19.50…
Southbridge, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
$19/hr–$21/hr
Mid level$3M raised
Description This open position is in a highly behavioral residential home setting. We are seeking candidates with experience working with behavioral individuals. Schedule: Sun-Tues 11p-9a Part Time: 30 Hours Salary: $19.…
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$17/hr–$19/hr
Part-time
high school
Sign On Bonus, Company Paid Life Insurance, Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Earned Paid Time Off
Posted 20d ago
~22 hrs/week
Responsibilities
The Direct Support Professional advocates for and supports adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities to promote independence and community activity. Responsibilities include assisting with daily living tasks, administering medications, and following individual support plans.
Requirements
Candidates must be 21 or older with a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver's license, and reliable transportation. Fluency in English and a commitment to assisting people with disabilities are required.
Full job description
Description
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.
Direct Support Professional – Sign on Bonus! Paid Training!
Schedule: Mon-Fri 7a-10a, Sat 8a-2:30p
Part-time: 21.50 Hours
Pay: $17.50-$19.00 per hour – Paid training provided by Venture!
Sign On Bonus: $500 for new 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.
Benefits:
Sign on Bonus
Company paid life insurance for full time employees
Health insurance
Dental and Vision insurance
Earned Paid time off and 40 hours of sick time
Employee Referral Bonus program
Tuition Remission
Supportive and encouraging working environment
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.
Related keywords
Direct Support ProfessionalIntellectual DisabilitiesDevelopmental DisabilitiesMAP CertificationPABCDDS RegulationsResidential CareBehavior Support PlansIndividual Support PlansHealthcare
Venture Community Services is committed to providing individuals with disabilities and other challenges, their families and caregivers access to the opportunities they deserve. Through innovative practices and a visionary approach, we set our focus on the uniqueness of each individual and offer personalized support. We foster independence through a continuum of support which includes community residential services, shared living, adult foster care, transportation services and community day programs.
We also offer Professional Training such as ServSafe & CPR / First Aid.
Our Mission: 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.
Venture Core Values: Honesty, Respect, Integrity, Compassion, Innovation
Offices: 1 Picker Road, Sturbridge, ma 01566, US · 650 N Main Street, Leominster, MA 01453, US · 670 Douglas St, Uxbridge, Massachusetts 01569, US
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