Dudley, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
$17/hr–$19/hr
Description Direct Support ProfessionalJob Details Job Type Part-time: 14 hours Schedule: Sat & Sun 3p-9p Pay Rate: $17.50-$19.00 per hour. Paid training by Venture! New Hire Bonus!! Dudley, MA • Residential Description …
Skills: Advocacy, Household Maintenance, Meal Preparation, Personal Care, Medication Administration
Greenfield, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
Description Monday through Friday 9:00am - 3:30pm $1,500 Sign On Bonus!! The Developmental Specialist directly supports individuals with developmental and other disabilities served through the Habilitation Services. The …
Skills: Direct Support, Case Documentation, Crisis Intervention, Patient Care, Communication
Sturbridge, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
Description The Developmental Specialist directly supports individuals with developmental and other disabilities served through the Habilitation Services. The Developmental Specialist is responsible for implementing indi…
Skills: Direct Support, Crisis Intervention, Patient Care, Documentation, Communication
Framingham, 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: Patient Advocacy, Medication Administration, Behavior Support Planning, Crisis Intervention, Household Maintenance
Framingham, 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
Foxborough, 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: Patient Advocacy, Household Maintenance, Meal Preparation, Medication Administration, Behavior Support Planning
Webster, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
$19/hr–$20/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: Leadership, Supervision, Crisis Management, Medication Administration, Case Documentation
Webster, 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: Patient Advocacy, Household Maintenance, Meal Preparation, Medication Administration, Behavior Support Planning
Webster, 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
Webster, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
$17/hr–$19/hr
Description This open position is in a highly behavioral residential home setting. We are seeking candidates with experience working with behavioral individuals. Schedule: Sun 8a-4p, Mon 2p-10p, Fri 2p-10, Sat 2p-10p Par…
Skills: Behavioral Support, Patient Advocacy, Medication Administration, Crisis Intervention, Household Maintenance
Winchendon, 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: Patient Advocacy, Household Maintenance, Meal Preparation, Medication Administration, Behavior Support Planning
Lancaster, 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: Patient Advocacy, Household Maintenance, Meal Preparation, Personal Care, Medication Administration
Lancaster, 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: Patient Advocacy, Household Maintenance, Meal Preparation, Medication Administration, Behavior Support Planning
Lancaster, 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: Patient Advocacy, Household Maintenance, Meal Preparation, Medication Administration, Behavior Support Planning
Lancaster, 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: Patient Advocacy, Household Maintenance, Meal Preparation, Medication Administration, Behavior Support Planning
Holden, 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, Personal Care, Medication Administration
Holden, 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
Paxton, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
$17/hr–$21/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
Rutland, 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: Patient Advocacy, Household Maintenance, Meal Preparation, Medication Administration, Behavior Support Planning
Spencer, 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: Patient Advocacy, Household Maintenance, Meal Preparation, Medication Administration, Behavior Support Planning
Dudley, Massachusetts, United States • On-site
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The DSP advocates for and supports adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities to empower their independence and community activity. Responsibilities include assisting with daily living tasks, administering medications, and following individual support plans.
Candidates must be 21 or older with a High School Diploma or GED and a valid driver's license. Reliable transportation and the ability to speak, read, and write fluent English are required.
Description
Schedule: Sat & Sun 3p-9p
Dudley, MA • Residential
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.
Pay rate: $17.50-$19.00 per hour – Paid training provided by Venture!
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.
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.
Requirements
Pathways to Empowerment
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
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.
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