Direct Support Professional - Wareham, MA!

Now Hiring Multiple Direct Support Professionals- Full & Part Time!

At Latham Centers, a world-renowned leader in supporting individuals with complex special needs, including Prader-Willi syndrome, we’re looking for compassionate and dedicated Direct Support Professionals to join our team. We’re hiring multiple candidates at multiple locations to provide personalized care, build life skills, and foster community engagement. As a Direct Support Professional (DSP), you’ll assist with daily living activities, medication administration, behavioral support, meal preparation, and creating a safe, welcoming environment. No prior experience required—just a willingness to learn and a commitment to making a difference! Many of our leaders started in this role, so there’s plenty of room to grow. Ready to start a career that truly matters? Apply today! Seeking people close to Sandwich, MA!

Requirements:

• Willingness to learn
• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid Driver's license
• 1 year experience working with individuals with special needs or adult residential environment preferred but not required
• The ability to intervene in instances of extreme behavior that may jeopardize the safety of students and staff
  
  
  

Benefits:

• Generous 5 weeks of Paid Time Off
• Top-notch health plans (with Latham covering the first 75% of the deductible through an HRA)
• Tuition reimbursement for continuous learning
• Childcare reimbursement
• 403(b) Retirement fund match to secure your future (up to 5%!)
  
  
  

Latham may be able to provide temporary individual housing based on availability!

Locations: Wareham, MA

Compensation: $20 - $21.5 per hour (based on experience)

No Experience? No Problem!

We’re looking for individuals with a willingness to learn and a commitment to making a difference. If you have a caring heart, good communication skills, and are ready to be part of a supportive team, we’ll provide the training and support you need to succeed.

Key Responsibilities:

• Meal Preparation & Nutrition: Prepare and serve meals, ensuring dietary restrictions and menu guidelines are followed.
• Personal Care & Daily Living Support: Assist with bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and eating.
• Medication Administration & Health Monitoring: Administer medications (including PRN), follow all MAP procedures, and monitor medical needs.
• Safety & Crisis Intervention: Conduct awake/asleep fire drills, provide therapeutic crisis intervention when necessary, and implement all support, behavior, and medical plans.
• Household Responsibilities: Ensure overall cleanliness of the home and assist residents with maintaining their personal and shared spaces.
• Community & Social Engagement: Transport individuals and support them in activities like personal shopping, banking, and recreational outings.
• Collaboration & Communication: Work effectively with staff, supervisors, and outside providers to ensure individuals’ progress and well-being.
• Documentation & Compliance: Complete required daily documentation in Therap, attend all mandatory trainings and supervisions, and maintain up-to-date certifications.
• Other Duties: Support individuals with any additional responsibilities as requested by a supervisor.
  
  
  

Latham Centers, Inc. (Latham) provides equal opportunity for all individuals served and employed. Latham does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, national origin, ethnic group identification, religion, marital or parental status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, age, veteran status, or any other category protected under applicable law in treatment or employment at Latham, admission or access to Latham, or any other aspect of the programs and activities that Latham operate