Medway, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
Overview Starting Rate: $18.50/hour Schedule: Monday through Friday 9:00am-3:00pm $500 Sign-On Bonus! *Applicable to external candidates only through January 31, 2027 We’re looking for enthusiastic, compassionate, and mo…
Skills: Personal Care, Crisis Intervention, Communication, Coaching, Documentation
Millville, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
Overview Starting Rate: $18.50/hour Schedule: Friday 3pm-11pm, Saturday 9am-11pm, Sunday 3pm-11pm The Residential Skills Instructor is responsible to implement individual service and behavioral plans and supervise and su…
Skills: Behavioral Plan Implementation, Data Collection, Applied Behavioral Therapy, Crisis Intervention, Patient Care
Douglas, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
Overview Starting Rate: $18.50/hour Schedule: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday - 2:30pm-10:30pm We’re looking for enthusiastic, compassionate, and motivated team players to provide meaningful support to …
Skills: Personal Care, Crisis Intervention, Interpersonal Communication, Coaching, Documentation
Barnstable, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
Direct Support Professional (DSP) Adult’s Residential Program Day, Evening, and Overnight Shifts Available | Full-Time & Part-Time Support. Empower. Transform. Make a meaningful difference in the lives of adults (a…
Skills: Behavior Support Strategies, Patient Care, Medication Administration, Community Integration, Emotional Regulation
Worcester, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
Overview Pay: $20hr New Hire Sign on Bonus: The Direct Support Professional I (DSP I) - Children's Congregate Care provides direct care and supervision to youth in YOU, Inc.’s 24/7 acute and congregate residential care p…
Skills: Interpersonal Communication, Crisis De-escalation, Trauma-Informed Care, Behavioral Health Principles, Documentation
Worcester, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
Overview Pay: $20hr New Hire Sign on Bonus: The Direct Support Professional I (DSP I) - Children's Congregate Care provides direct care and supervision to youth in YOU, Inc.’s 24/7 acute and congregate residential care p…
Skills: Interpersonal Communication, Crisis De-escalation, Trauma-Informed Care, Behavioral Health Principles, Documentation
Attleboro, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
Responsibilities Mental Health Specialist (MHS) Opportunity Fuller Hospital is currently hiring Mental Health Specialists. We have full-time and part-time positions available. Every other weekend is required. Fuller Hosp…
Skills: Patient Care, Behavioral Health Support, Crisis Intervention, Patient Documentation, Therapeutic Communication
Brookline, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
Responsibilities Mental Health Advocate Opportunity - Dual Diagnosis Unit, Part Time Day Shift This is a 24 hour per week, day shift psoition on HRI Hospital's Dual Diagnosis Unit. The schedule for this position is every…
Skills: Patient Safety Monitoring, Psychiatric Care, Crisis Intervention, Patient Documentation, Interpersonal Skills
Brookline, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
Responsibilities HRI Hospital is seeking Full Time Mental Health Advocates! HRI Hospital is 66-bed psychiatric facility with adult inpatient services and several partial hospitalization programs. We are part of the large…
Skills: Patient Safety Monitoring, Psychiatric Care, Interpersonal Skills, Patient Documentation, Crisis Intervention
Boston, Massachusetts, United States · Hybrid
Overview Tufts University Counseling and Mental Health Service contributes to the university's educational mission through various activities devoted to prevention, intervention, and consultation related to mental health…
Skills: Psychiatric Nursing, Crisis Management, Medication Management, Patient Education, Cultural Competency
Amherst, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
$22/hr–$25/hr
Description Position: Teacher Hours: As Assigned Location: As Assigned Status: Non-Exempt Supervisor: Lead Teacher Job Summary: In cooperation with Lead Teacher, maintain overall classroom operations in accordance with H…
Skills: Early Childhood Education, Curriculum Implementation, Child Assessment, Classroom Management, Family Engagement
Northampton, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
$22/hr–$25/hr
Description Position: Teacher Hours: As Assigned Location: As Assigned Status: Non-Exempt Supervisor: Lead Teacher Job Summary: In cooperation with Lead Teacher, maintain overall classroom operations in accordance with H…
Skills: Early Childhood Education, Classroom Management, Curriculum Implementation, Child Assessment, Family Engagement
Sturbridge, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
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: Applied Behavior Analysis, Functional Behavior Assessment, Behavior Support Plan Development, Data Analysis, Clinical Supervision
Sturbridge, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
$23/hr–$27/hr
Description BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SPECIALIST SUMMARY OF POSITION The Behavioral Health Specialist reports to the Clinical Supervisor of Clinical & Behavioral Services and is responsible for providing the highest quality beha…
Skills: Behavior Plan Development, Functional Behavior Assessments, ABA, Data Analysis, Staff Training
Worcester, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
Description Venture is seeking compassionate and committed shared living providers in the Worcester area to share their home and life with a person with a disability. The provider helps the person with their daily activi…
Skills: Caregiving, Medication Administration, Money Management, Transportation, Activities of Daily Living
Sturbridge, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
Description Venture is seeking compassionate and committed shared living providers in Central Massachusetts to share their home and life with a person with a disability. The provider helps the person with their daily act…
Skills: Caregiving, Medication Administration, Money Management, Transportation, Activities of Daily Living
Dudley, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
$17/hr–$19/hr
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: Advocacy, Household maintenance, Meal preparation, Medication administration, Behavior support planning
Leicester, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
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
Leicester, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
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
Fitchburg, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
$17/hr–$19/hr
Description Schedule: Minimum of 3 shifts per month Salary: $17.50-19.00 The Relief Staff reports to the Residential Logistics Director and is responsible for the daily care, supervision and safety of developmentally dis…
Skills: Patient Care, Crisis Intervention, Behavioral Support, First Aid, CPR
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Provide daily hands-on support and guidance to adults with developmental disabilities in residential and community settings. Assist with daily living activities, implement treatment plans, and help individuals achieve person-centered goals.
A high school diploma or GED is required, along with a valid driver's license and reliable vehicle. Experience in human services is preferred, as is the ability to maintain certifications like CPR/First Aid and MAP.
We’re looking for enthusiastic, compassionate, and motivated team players to provide meaningful support to individuals in a residential setting. If you’re ready to start—or grow! — your career in human services, this is a great opportunity to make a real impact every day.
As a Direct Support Staff, you’ll provide hands-on support, guidance, and encouragement to adults with developmental disabilities. This is an entry-level role with meaningful responsibilities and the chance to build lasting relationships. In this role, you’ll assist individuals with daily living activities, such as personal care, meals, routines and community outings – while helping them build skills and independence.
At Advocates, we provide comprehensive services for people facing developmental, mental health, or other life challenges.
We’re a nonprofit, mission-driven organization with a person-centered approach, empowering the individuals we support to make choices, build independence, and live full, meaningful lives. Our work is rooted in respect, compassion, and inclusion, and we envision a world where individual differences are appreciated and celebrated.
At Advocates, we value the ideas, experiences, and contributions of employees and are committed to fostering a supportive, welcoming culture where everyone can grow and thrive.
Advocates is committed to cultivating a diverse and welcoming community where everyone feels respected and valued. Advocates fosters a culture of inclusion that celebrates and promotes diversity along multiple dimensions, including race, ethnicity, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, partnered status, age, national origin, socioeconomic status, religion, ability, culture, and experience.
Caring Partners. Creative Solutions. Better Lives.
Advocates champions people who face developmental, mental health, or other life challenges. We partner with individuals and families to shape creative solutions to even the greatest obstacles. First, we listen. Then, together, we do what it takes to help people thrive.
Offices: 1881 Worcester Road, Framingham, MA 01701, US · 7 Oakland St, Lexington, Massachusetts 02420, US · 354 Waverly St, Framingham, Massachusetts 01702, US · 257 Ayer Rd, Harvard, Massachusetts 01451, US · 340 Maple St, Marlborough, Massachusetts 01752, US
Based on 1754 listings with disclosed salaries, most social services jobs in Massachusetts pay between $60k–$107k per year. Individual offers vary with seniority, company size, and specialization.
There are currently 8,899 open social services positions in Massachusetts listed on Clera. New openings are added daily as companies post roles.
Companies currently hiring include MassDEP, Guardian Angel Senior Services, Venture Community Services, Seven Hills Foundation, Vinfen, among others. Browse the listings above to see every active employer.
Yes — 972 of the 8899 open social services positions offer remote or hybrid work (158 remote, 814 hybrid).
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