Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Direct Care Staff Needed

Entry-Level Opportunity | Multiple Openings Throughout Berkshire County, MA

Locations: Adams, North Adams, Clarksburg, Pittsfield, West Stockbridge, and Williamstown Pay Rate: $22/hour Schedule: Full-Time & Part-Time | Days, Evenings, and Overnight Shifts Available Contract Length: 13 Weeks with Strong Extension Potential Start Date: ASAP

Amergis Healthcare Staffing is partnering with a respected Berkshire County organization that provides residential and community-based services to adults with developmental disabilities and mental health needs. We are actively seeking compassionate, dependable individuals who are interested in building meaningful relationships while making a lasting impact on the lives of others.

Whether you're looking to start a career in healthcare and human services or bring previous experience to a rewarding role, this opportunity offers valuable hands-on experience in a supportive and team-oriented environment.

What You'll Be Doing

As a Direct Support Professional, you'll play an important role in helping individuals live safely, independently, and successfully within their communities.

Responsibilities include:

• Assisting with activities of daily living and personal care
• Supporting individuals with achieving personal goals and independence
• Encouraging participation in recreational and community activities
• Assisting with meal preparation, household tasks, and daily routines
• Providing medication support as directed
• Maintaining a safe, respectful, and person-centered environment
• Building positive relationships with residents and team members

What We're Looking For

• Compassionate, reliable, and professional individuals
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Previous experience in human services, behavioral health, or direct care is helpful but not required
• Entry-level candidates are encouraged to apply

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Entry-level friendly
• Flexible full-time and part-time scheduling options
• Gain experience in healthcare, behavioral health, and human services
• Opportunity to work with a respected local organization
• Potential for contract extension and long-term career growth
• Meaningful work that makes a difference every day

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Benefits At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) savings plan
• Awards and recognition programs

*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status. About Amergis Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions. Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apply Now