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New England Residential Services is looking to hire Full-time, Part-time Direct Support Professionals in most locations! The ideal candidate is committed to their work, is punctual, has a great sense of humor and genuinely cares to help adults with developmental delays.
Direct Support Professionals work with individuals with mental or developmental disabilities by helping to create behavior plans, teaching self-care skills, cooking meals and doing laundry. Additional duties may include:
Responsibilities:
* Maintains a personal yet professional relationship with individuals, co-workers, family members and employees of outside agencies.
* Promotes choice and independence in all life areas; provides assistance only when requested or necessary.
* Is a good role model for individuals supported
* Exhibits and promotes a positive attitude in all interactions
* Is physically able to perform all essential job functions which may include the following: lifting, various physical management techniques, light and heavy household tasks, driving and life saving techniques
Full Time
$35k-38k (estimate)
06/13/2024
06/26/2024
newenglandresidential.com
Worcester, MA
25 - 50
The following is the career advancement route for Direct Support Professional positions, which can be used as a reference in future career path planning. As a Direct Support Professional, it can be promoted into senior positions as a Home Care Aide I that are expected to handle more key tasks, people in this role will get a higher salary paid than an ordinary Direct Support Professional. You can explore the career advancement for a Direct Support Professional below and select your interested title to get hiring information.
If you are interested in becoming a Direct Support Professional, you need to understand the job requirements and the detailed related responsibilities. Of course, a good educational background and an applicable major will also help in job hunting. Below are some tips on how to become a Direct Support Professional for your reference.
Step 1: Understand the job description and responsibilities of an Accountant.
Quotes from people on Direct Support Professional job description and responsibilities
Assisting clients with daily personal tasks, including bathing and dressing.
02/19/2022: Queens Village, NY
Completing housekeeping tasks such as vacuuming, washing dishes and tidying.
02/23/2022: Idaho Falls, ID
Helping plan client appointments and organize a schedule.
02/14/2022: Clearwater, FL
Organizing with transportation arrangements to appointments.
02/15/2022: Greensboro, NC
Shopping for groceries and preparing meals that meet specific client dietary needs.
04/25/2022: Pensacola, FL
Step 2: Knowing the best tips for becoming an Accountant can help you explore the needs of the position and prepare for the job-related knowledge well ahead of time.
Career tips from people on Direct Support Professional jobs
First aid certified.
03/12/2022: Dallas, TX
Understanding of various disabilities.
03/15/2022: San Diego, CA
These support professionals need to maintain composure and approach crisis situations calmly.
03/09/2022: Mcallen, TX
Employers must be able to rely on their support professionals to show up on time and reliably complete all assigned tasks.
04/02/2022: Altoona, PA
Knowledgeable about patient care
04/12/2022: Canton, OH
Step 3: View the best colleges and universities for Direct Support Professional.