Direct Care Worker II - Emergency Stabilization Unit - Full and Part Time Positions - Continuous Posting

Direct Care Worker II - Emergency Stabilization Unit

This is an open and continuous posting for Full-Time and Part-Time positions on multiple shifts servicing the Emergency Stabilization Unit at Hogan Regional Center located in Danvers for DDS. The Department of Developmental Services (DDS) seeks caring and compassionate applicants for the role of Direct Care Worker II who are committed to building meaningful relationships and provide outstanding care and service. This position is located at 1HC/ESU (Evaluation and Stabilization Unit). This unit supports individuals in crisis, many with violent and extreme behaviors. The Direct Care Worker role provides programmatic direct care services and supports to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This is to be accomplished by the provision of an environment consistent with participants' needs in daily living and those skills necessary for community life.

Please Note: Based on assignment, candidates may be eligible for various pay differentials. For more information on the Department of Developmental Services (DDS) go to:

Duties and Responsibilities (these duties are a general summary and not all inclusive): Support individuals with habilitative, behavioral and recreational programs; these include delivering medication, reporting concerns to supervisors and providing physical assistance when necessary; With the direct supervisor, ensure that the Individual Service Plan (ISP), use of appropriate methods, coordination of services and crisis intervention are accomplished; Aid in daily living activities, such as household maintenance, self-care and hygiene, food shopping and preparation, budgeting, leisure activities and social skills; Attend individuals' meetings and accompany them to various appointments; drive state vehicles to transport individuals to work, recreational and other activities; Maintain client confidentiality and records and individuals' human rights by complying with applicable laws and regulations; Complete housekeeping and yard work as requested

Preferred Qualifications: Ability to develop and maintain a respectful, caring, tolerant, ethical, and empowering relationship with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities; Capability to assist/lift individuals with physical disabilities and/or limited mobility; Ability to transcribe, read and comprehend the English language.

Agency Requirements: Must possess current and valid Class D Motor Vehicle Operator's License; After successfully completing a training program, the selected candidate must acquire and maintain; Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid (FA) certification.

About the Department of Developmental Services: The mission of the Department of Developmental Services (DDS) is to create innovative and genuine opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities including Autism Spectrum Disorder to participate fully and contribute meaningfully to their communities as valued members. DDS serves over 43,000 vulnerable individuals throughout their lifetimes, providing a spectrum of day, employment, and residential supports. The agency directly oversees and manages $3 billion in public funds ($2.7B+ operating budget) and approximately 5,500 staff, the largest state employee workforce of any agency in the Massachusetts executive branch of government. For more information about our agency and programs visit:

Please be advised that you have applied to a "Continuous Posting." Continuous postings are used for high volume positions which require continuous hiring. Candidates who apply to this posting will remain active in the "continuous posting" for up to 90 days and will be considered as openings arise. Although we cannot guarantee every candidate will be considered, as selection is based on job availability and individual staffing needs of the agency, candidates are strongly encouraged to reapply upon expiration of their job submission.

Pre-Hire Process: Education and license/certification information provided by the selected candidate(s) is subject to the Massachusetts Public Record Law and may be published on the Commonwealth's website. Education, licensure, and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division's Hiring Guidelines. Recommended candidates must successfully complete pre-employment screening which includes: Commission for the Protection of Persons with Disabilities (CPPD) Abuse Registry Search: Criminal background check (CORI) by regulations set forth by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services. National Background Checks, Chapter 234 of the Acts of 2014, conduct fingerprint-based check. Pre-Employment Physical ADA Reasonable Accommodation: If you require a reasonable accommodation with the application/interview process, please contact us at: EOHHS Candidate ADA Requests For technical help with Mass Careers, including logging into your profile and/or resetting your password, please call the Employee Service Center at View phone number on click.appcast.io for assistance. For questions regarding this requisition, please contact the Executive Office of Health and Human Services Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io Ext. #4.

Minimum Entrance Requirements: Applicants must have (A) at least one (1) year of full-time or equivalent part-time, experience in providing direct support services to persons with developmental/ intellectual, emotional or physical disabilities, or (B) any equivalent combination of the required experience and substitutions below. Substitutions: An Associate's degree or higher with a major in a human services field, including sociology, special education, psychology, rehabilitation counseling, occupational therapy, physical therapy, or other related field may be substituted for the required experience. Incumbents are required to possess a current and valid motor vehicle driver's license at a class level specific to assignment. Salary placement is determined by a combination of factors, including the candidate's years of directly related experience and education, and alignment with our internal compensation structure as set forth by the Human Resources Division's Hiring Guidelines. For all bargaining unit positions (non-management), compensation is subject to the salary provisions outlined in the applicable collective bargaining agreement and will apply to placement within the appropriate salary range. Comprehensive Benefits When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future. Want the specifics? Explore our Employee Benefits and Rewards! Title 101 CMR 23.00 ("Regulation") requires certain agency staff to have received the COVID-19 vaccination and Influenza vaccination, or have taken required mitigation measures, to prevent viral infection and transmission in State Hospitals and State Congregate Care Facilities. The Regulation applies to this position. Successful candidates will be required to acknowledge and attest to your vaccination status for both COVID-19 and Influenza. An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role. Official Title : Developmental Services Wrk II

Primary Location: United States-Massachusetts-Danvers-450 Maple Street

Job: Direct Care

Agency: Department of Developmental Services

Schedule: Full-time

Shift: Day

Job Posting: Aug 17, 2026, 12:47:38 PM

Salary: 51,155.26 - 66,059.24 Yearly