Job description

Job Title: Direct Support Care

Looking to join one of Massachusetts’ most innovative and committed organizations? Northeast Arc is a premier provider of services devoted to strengthening the abilities of all.

We are currently hiring a Direct Support Professionals to work within our group homes located throughout the north shore. Direct Support professionals help the individuals we serve live inclusive and independent lives in their homes and community.

No Experience is required and flexible full time, part time and per diem schedules are available.

**For a limited time, full time hires may qualify for $600 sign-on bonus**

Job Summary: To provide quality living supports and be responsive to individuals living in residential programs or independently. Teach, support and facilitate choices for people in their homes and within their communities.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provide Direct Care and support the clinical and social needs of the individuals receiving services.
• Document accurately and thoroughly including in Inter-Team Communication Logs, ISP documentation, incident reporting Health Records, Daily Data Books and Fire Drill Logs
• Must be comfortable with providing total personal care and providing other daily living skill supports as needed.
• Provide hands-on support at the home, including individualized supports in transferring, bathing and grooming (ADL), and following specific dining protocols and treatments.
• Facilitate meaningful community experiences for each individual that fosters skill acquisition, relationship building and independence.

Requirements:

• Passion to work for a mission based organization.
• Must be reliable and dependable.
• Experience with individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities, a plus, but not necessary.
• Valid MASS driver's license a must
• HS Diploma or GED.
• Obtain and maintain certification in CPR, First Aid, and medication administration. (not required)
• Bilingual/Bicultural candidates encouraged to apply

Pay Rate: $18.00/hr. + $21.50 Based on experience and certifications

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $18.00 - $21.50 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• 5x8
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Overnight shift
• Self-determined schedule
• Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

• Signing bonus

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Danvers, MA 01923: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Caregiving: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• CPR/FA and MAP Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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