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Residential Direct Support Professional

$41.6k - $43.68k
Full-time

Talent Acquisition Team, May Institute

Direct Support Professional (DSP) – Adult’s Residential Program

Year-Round!

Support. Empower. Transform.
Make a meaningful difference in the lives of adults (ages 22+) with Autism and developmental disabilities. As a Direct Support Professional (DSP) in our residential program, you’ll help create a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment where adults can grow, thrive, and achieve greater independence.

Your Impact

· Support adults with daily routines including hygiene, meals, dressing, activities, and medication.

· Create a positive, structured environment that encourages communication, socialization, and skill-building.

· Use behavior support strategies to promote emotional regulation and reduce challenging behavior.

· Partner with clinical, familial, and healthcare teams to support individualized treatment plans.

· Provide transportation and community integration support for outings, appointments, and program transitions.

What You Bring

· High School Diploma or GED.

· Valid and current U.S. driver’s license with at least 1 year of licensed driving experience required .

· Patience, compassion, and the ability to support adults with diverse communication and behavioral needs.

· Experience with adults or individuals with special needs (preferred but not required).

Why Join Us?

· Competitive Pay: $20/hour ($21/hour with MAP certification).

· Health Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance.

· Education Support: Tuition reimbursement & student loan repayment assistance.

· Retirement Planning: 403B with employer match.

· Career Growth: Paid training, certification programs, and advancement pathways.

· Well-Being Resources: Access our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for 24/7 support.

· Flexibility: Dependent care FSA and additional voluntary benefits.

*Benefits received dependent of number of hours consistently worked.

Now Hiring in:
Burlington
North Reading
Tewksbury

Make a positive impact – Apply today!
Vacancy posted 1 day ago
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