Direct Support Professional

Direct Support ProfessionalLocation: Billerica, Lowell, Lincoln, Lynnfield and Waltham, MA Salary Range: $20.25 - $21.25 Schedule: Full and part time hours available depending on program needsBecome a Life Coach that makes a difference… Offering premier services at locations across Eastern Massachusetts, NuPath, Inc. is changing the way the wider world views people living with disabilities – Join an industry-leading team today to help people live happier, healthier, and more fulfilling lives in a safe, caring, and secure environment.Job Objectives: Your essential support position requires an outside-the-box approach that will immediately impact the clients you will serve and their families. The NuPath team uses innovation and technology as the backbone to providing only the best support possible each and every day. We believe that people living with disabilities are a part of their community and are entitled to live a life of dignity, joy, and self-respect. You will be empowered to both support and challenge our participants, giving them the opportunity to enjoy life and achieve goals in a safe, caring, and secure environment.Essential Standards: At NuPath, we employ a diverse team that understands what it means to provide people living with disabilities the dignity of risk and positive outcomes as a result of heightened expectations. We require you to take your role seriously while maintaining and promoting a fun and fulfilling atmosphere!Are You Ready to Make a Difference? The desire to learn from your colleagues, create life-changing experiences for our clients, and witness career growth with an amazing team is essential! NuPath encourages a collaborative atmosphere and the sharing of innovative ideas. We aim to promote within the Organization and have extensive learning and training opportunities for employees to further their career in the human services profession and beyond.Experience working with persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities along with emotional and behavioral needs is a plus. A BA degree and CNA are encouraged and rewarded but not required. Education/Experience Requirements: BA or 1-2 years experience, experience working with persons with emotional and behavioral needs required in some sites.About the Benefits: NuPath offers a very generous benefit package including a competitive rate; accrual of 3 weeks of paid vacation per year; medical, dental, and life insurance; tuition reimbursement and remission programs; and a 403(b) retirement plan with a company percentage match.