Direct Support Professional

Job Description

Job Description

Ready for a rewarding career?

We are seeking to hire a Direct Support Professional (DSP) to be part of our creative and passionate team making a difference in the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities in our Community Based Day Supports Program (CBDS).

At Grow Associates, Inc. we are committed to providing equal opportunities for people we serve guided by the values of respect, dignity and independence. The DSP will promote our mission by advocating and helping create an atmosphere that fosters community integration and inclusion while supporting individuals to achieve this goal based on their interests and needs.

Schedule: Mon-Fri (8am-4pm)

Full / Part-Time Positions Available

Salary: $20 / hour

Generous Benefits Package:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance.
• Up to 4 weeks of Paid Time Off annually, with 5 weeks after 2 years of employment and 6 weeks after 5 years of employment.
• 12 Paid Holidays.
• Paid Birthday Day off.
• $1,000 Employee Referral Bonus with no annual cap.
• Employer paid Life and Long Term Disability Insurance.
• 403 (b) Retirement Plan.
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Spending Plans.
• Professional Development and Education Assistance.
• Free BJ’s Wholesale Club Membership.
• Free on-site parking

Responsibilities

• Assist with the development and implementation of daily activities that promote personal choice, community inclusion, dignity, and respect.
• Assist individuals develop and foster relationships in the community.
• Ensure participation in daily community activities such as volunteering, educational classes, tours, and more while enhancing personal skill development.
• Participate in developing, implementing and monitoring support plans tailored to each person’s needs and goals.
• Ensure and promote ongoing health, safety and general well-being by providing proper supervision of individuals in the program and while out in the community.
• Provide safe transport of individuals to and from planned activities.
• Ensure that all assigned paperwork documenting participants progress is completed within specified timeframe.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Experience working with individuals with disabilities/or willingness to learn.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a culturally diverse population of individuals, co-workers, family members and community members.
• Ability to read and write clear, concise and accurate daily reports and documentation.
• Ability to lift 30 pounds as needed.
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record are required.
• Pass criminal background check (CORI) and National Fingerprint Background Check.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

Benefits:

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

Ability to Relocate:

• Randolph, MA 02368: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person