What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional (DSP) position at Becket Community Services?
Welcome to Becket Community Services!
Becket Community Services is a behavioral health care provider with adult residential programs all across Massachusetts. We primarily serve adults with developmental disabilities and complex mental health conditions.
Openings: Direct Support Professional (DSP)
- Group Home Worker DSP (Direct Support Professional) - $18-$19/Hr
Location: Winchendon, MA
Work Environment: Group Home for Adults with Developmental Disabilities
Requirements: Must be at least 21 years old and have a HS Diploma or GED.
Hiring Requirements:
- High School Diploma or GED
- Valid driver's license required & 21 years of age.
- Authorized to work in the United States
- Satisfactory completion of background screening
What We Offer (full-time):
- Paid Time Off
- Vision Insurance
- STD, LTD, AD&D
- Paid Life Insurance
- Full Dental Insurance
- Excellent Health Insurance
- Matching Retirement Plan (403B)
- Education Opportunities for Qualified Candidates
- Employee Discount Program (including Verizon, etc.)
Why Choose Becket Community Services?
At Becket Community Services, we run some of the best residential group homes for adults with developmental disabilities in the country. As an agency, we are known for being the best at promoting from within and offering every employee ongoing opportunities for growth and advancement in their career.
No Experience? No Problem!
Our Group Home Worker position requires a high school diploma or GED and are suitable for all levels of experience, including none at all! Whether you’re a recent graduate looking for a career, a parent or a retiree wanting to give back to those in need, our team of seasoned professionals will help you become a confident, supportive and effective instrument of change in our client’s lives.
We Have The Training You Need
We have carefully developed our employee orientation, professional development and agency advancement program to help you create the career you desire. All of our managers provide support, supervision and training that is directly tailored to your needs on any given day. Our highly-trained team of professionals are here to mentor you, challenge you, and help you grow so that you can best support each and every client and ultimately take control of your career.
What Does a Group Home Worker Do?
- Provide supervision and mentoring to clients, including role modeling appropriate behaviors
- Teach daily living skills, meal preparation and participate in recreational & social activities
- Help improve client’s social skills, interpersonal skills, life and coping skills through the development of respectful & positive relationships
- Be a positive role model to help shape growth and build trust
- Be their first line of support to provide emotional stability
Opportunities for Career Growth:
- Competitive compensation, excellent benefits, overtime, and vacation time
- We promote from within; many of our Managers & Directors began as a DSP
- Ongoing training options to further your education, skills & experience in the field
GET STARTED TODAY!
Want to apply? Here’s the plan:
- Apply on Indeed!
- We’ll reach out and schedule a virtual interview
- Get started on the first day of your best new career!
Questions About Applying?
Contact Us Today For More Information!
Becket Community Services assures equal opportunity and public access and, if necessary, affirmative action in all its policies regarding employment and provision of services. Becket Community Services does not discriminate in its hiring, programs or policies on the bases of race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital status or sexual orientation.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $19.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $19