Direct Care Worker II

Direct Care Worker II

The Department of Developmental Services (DDS) is announcing the availability of a full-time Developmental Services Worker II (Direct Care Worker II) position in Bridgewater. The Developmental Services Worker II provides direct care services and supports to individuals with developmental and physical disabilities who live in a residential home setting. The position is designated as an "EMERGENCY" position in the Department of Developmental Services Emergency Plan. This means that whenever the Governor declares that the Commonwealth is in a state of emergency, the selected candidate will be required to report to work. This Developmental Services Worker II position is in a program that operates 24-hours/7 days a week. Candidates must be flexible in their work schedule. The Department requires employees in this position to be able to perform Mandatory Overtime when circumstances dictate the need.

Duties and Responsibilities: (The duties stated are a general summary and not all inclusive.) Assist with implementation of habilitative, behavioral and recreational programs. Perform crisis intervention when necessary. Monitor DSW I staff to ensure that they are acting as advocates demonstrating respect and positive regard for the individuals. Attend review meetings, maintain and protect confidential records. Transport individuals to work, appointments and recreational outings. Dispense medications in accordance with applicable laws, rules and regulations. Help individuals' make choices in their lives; meet personal care and nutritional needs. Guarantee policies, procedures and services are followed and provided throughout the tour of duty. Complete cooking, housekeeping and yard work duties as required.

Required Qualifications: Ability to acquire working knowledge of the issues and services of people with developmental disabilities. Ability to acquire working knowledge of first aid, CPR and medication administration. Working knowledge of household operations. Ability to work with other staff who support individuals. Ability to deal tactfully and effectively with the people being supported and their families. Ability to read and write basic English effectively. Ability to communicate oral and/or gestural instructions. Ability to plan, assign and coordinate the activities of others. Ability to evaluate the work of others High school diploma preferred.

Preferred Qualifications: Ability to develop and maintain a respectful, caring, tolerant, ethical and empowering relationships with staff and 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: Upon successful completion of the Medication Administration Program (MAP) training, incumbents must obtain and maintain their MAP Certification. 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.

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