Job Title: Direct Support Professional

Join our team of Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) and work in one of our Group Homes located in Wakefield, Reading, Melrose, Lynn, or Saugus, MA!

About us!

Communitas is dedicated to delivering individualized, family-centered services, programs, and support for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, throughout their lifespan and in their communities.

Responsibilities…

Direct Support Professionals are responsible for teaching life and social skills to individuals within their home and in the community. Direct Support Professionals assist individuals to attain independence in all aspects of daily living. This Includes cooking, cleaning, personal care, banking, and community activities.

• For applicants with a current MAP Certification the rate of pay is $17.00 to $18.00 per hour depending on the intensity of the Program.
• For applicants without a current MAP Certification the rate of pay is $16.00 per hour. In-house training is available to obtain MAP Certification.
• Schedules range from 20 to 40 hours per week, as well as relief (per diem)
• Shifts are available during the day, evening, and overnights both awake and asleep. Most schedules require working on Saturday or Sunday.
• Staff working weekends will receive an additional $2.00 per hour of their regular rate.
• Staff working on Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years are eligible for double their regular rate of pay.

Qualifications and skills…

• MAP Certification highly preferred. MAP training offered.
• High School diploma is required, a Bachelor's Degree in Human Services or a related field is preferred.
• At least 1 year of experience supporting adults with developmental disabilities is preferred, a passion and dedication to supporting our people is a must.
• A valid driver's license, acceptable driving record and reliable transportation is required.
• Successful candidates will be required to complete a background check including references, CORI and fingerprinting.

You can make a difference by…

• Providing personal care and assistance consistent with each individual’s physical needs and defined support plans.
• Creating a congenial and homelike atmosphere within the home.
• Assisting in the implementation of the ISP goals. Supporting individuals by encouraging growth and development.
• Assisting the individuals in seeking community resources and services, when necessary.
• Protecting each individual’s rights while maintaining the confidentiality of any information relating to individuals in the residential program.

Benefits offered to employees working at least 30 hours per week...

• Pay increase after 1 year of service, pending a performance evaluation.
• 3 weeks of vacation, 1 week of sick time, 12 holidays.
• Employee Referral Bonus of up to $500!
• Competitive tiered pay rates based on years of service.
• Medical, dental, & vision insurance, employer paid life Insurance, and long term disability insurance, 401(k) retirement plan

As an organization, we hold ourselves to the highest standard when it comes to your safety. Since the beginning of the COVID-19 Pandemic, we have been working hard to ensure everyone in our agency, from our employees and individuals to our applicants, stay safe and healthy. Our protocols and safety measures include providing masks, holding virtual meetings, testing when needed, and following all safety procedures. At Communitas, your health and safety are our first priority.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• No nights
• No weekends
• Overnight shift
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Wakefield, MA: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)
• MAP Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person