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, Personal Care, Medication Administration
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: 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: 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
Springfield, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
$75k–$85k/yr
School Nurse The School Nurse will be responsible for the overall promotion of health, administration of urgent medical care and maintenance of health records in compliance with state, local and agency policies and regul…
Skills: Urgent Medical Care, Health Records Maintenance, Oral Communication, Written Communication, Pediatric Nursing
Brookline, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
Overview As a Residential Counselor, you will provide direct support to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a small group residential setting or an individual living arrangement. In your role you w…
Skills: Advocacy, Crisis Intervention, Medication Administration, Behavioral Intervention, Household Management
Massachusetts, United States · Remote OK
$47k–$76k/yr
Job Summary: The Onboarding Specialist is the primary contact for members as they transition to a CCA/CareSource health plan. The Specialist contacts new members via telephonic outreach and identifies both the member's e…
Skills: Telephonic Outreach, Motivational Interviewing, Member Advocacy, Care Management, Customer Relations
Watertown, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
$22/hr–$22/hr
Overview This position may be eligible for a paid differential based upon hours worked, intensity or location. As a Residential Counselor, you will provide direct support to people with intellectual and developmental dis…
Skills: Medication Administration, Crisis Intervention, Behavioral Interventions, Case Management, Patient Advocacy
Boston, Massachusetts, United States · Hybrid
Overview Provide individual and group support to persons served in a residential program. Teach skills to enhance independence and quality of life. Ensure a safe, secure and clean residential environment. Assist individu…
Skills: Accounts Payable Management, Staff Supervision, Vendor Relationship Management, General Ledger Accuracy, Excel
Braintree, Massachusetts, United States · Hybrid
$20/hr–$25/hr
Site: Mass General Brigham Home Care, Inc. Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission.…
Skills: Patient Care, Bathing and Grooming, Mobility Support, Meal Preparation, Housekeeping
Boston, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
Overview Provide individual and group support to persons served in a residential program. Teach skills to enhance independence and quality of life. Ensure a safe, secure and clean residential environment. Assist individu…
Skills: Advocacy, Crisis Intervention, Behavioral Monitoring, Medication Administration, Household Management
Boston, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
Overview Provide individual and group support to persons served in a residential program. Teach skills to enhance independence and quality of life. Ensure a safe, secure and clean residential environment. Assist individu…
Skills: Advocacy Techniques, Crisis Intervention, Behavioral Interventions, Household Management, Communication Styles
Shrewsbury, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
$40k–$45k/yr
Overview General Summary Under the direction of the Principal Investigator or designee, the Research Coordinator I is responsible for carrying out multiple complex research protocols. At the Lifeline for Families Center,…
Skills: Qualitative Data Collection, Quantitative Data Collection, Clinical Trial Coordination, Literature Search, Data Analysis
Peabody, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
$16/hr–$17/hr
Dietary Aide | Brudnick Center for Living $15.50 - $18.75/hour, based on experience Part-Time Shifts: 6:00AM - 2:30PM & 3:00PM - 7:00PM, rotating every other weekend At Brudnick Center for Living, we not only provide com…
Skills: Meal Service, Food Preparation, Sanitation Standards, Resident Care, Communication
Lawrence, Massachusetts, United States · Hybrid
Workforce Development Program Manager Learn more about us here! (https://drive.google.com/file/d/12tq2r4SARDjMNbnmYZ6Ncq2_YIgmaqBH/view) Do you want to advance racial and economic justice while tackling climate change? J…
Skills: Workforce Development, Recruitment, Training Facilitation, Mentoring, Program Management
Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
Overview As an ACCS Residential Counselor, you will provide direct support to people with psychiatric conditions in a residential Group Living Environment designed to foster independence. In your role you will work toget…
Skills: Medication Administration, Crisis Intervention, Treatment Planning, Patient Advocacy, Case Documentation
Laurentide at Mashpee CommonsMashpee, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
$20/hr–$25/hr
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) $1,500.00 sign on Bonus for full and part-time and new increased pay rates! 7am-3pm Full and Part-time, including every other weekend 3pm-11pm Full and Part-time, including every other w…
Skills: Personal Care, Patient Grooming, Meal Service, Laundry Management, Vital Signs Recording
Greenfield, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
$18/hr–$21/hr
Join the Associated Home Care Team! Location: Multiple locations across Massachusetts Company: Associated Home Care Job Type: Full-Time, Part-Time, or Per Diem Job Code: AHCCGHI About Us At Associated Home Care, our care…
Skills: Compassion, Patience, Dependability, Personal Care, Light Housekeeping
Laurentide at Mashpee CommonsMashpee, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
$18/hr–$20/hr
Activity Assistant Must have experience with Memory/Dementia. Every Sunday, Monday and Friday 9am-5pm Threading Joy and Connection Why Join Our Engagement & Activity Team: We care about our team and offer lots of benefit…
Skills: Memory Care, Dementia Care, Activity Planning, Event Coordination, Resident Engagement
Waltham, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
$35k–$40k/yr
Find Balance. Find Purpose. Find Your Place at Comfort Home Care. Are you looking for better work/life balance and a role where you can have real impact without sacrificing your well-being? Do you want to build meaningfu…
Skills: Patient Assessment, Care Plan Development, Psychiatric Nursing, Home Health Care, Patient Education
Spencer, 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, a valid driver's license, and reliable transportation. Fluency in English and a commitment to assisting people with disabilities are required.
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.
Schedule: Sun 7am-3pm, Sat 8a-4p
Full-time: 16 hours
Pay: $17.50-$19 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, Safety Care, 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
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