What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional position at May Institute?
Direct Support Professional (DSP) – Children's Residential Program
Randolph, MA and Norwood, MA
Support. Empower. Transform.
Make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and adolescents (ages 3–21) with Autism, developmental disabilities, brain injury, or neuro-behavioral disorders. As a Direct Support Professional (DSP) in our residential program, you’ll help create a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment where children can grow, thrive, and achieve greater independence.
Your Impact
Randolph, MA and Norwood, MA
Support. Empower. Transform.
Make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and adolescents (ages 3–21) with Autism, developmental disabilities, brain injury, or neuro-behavioral disorders. As a Direct Support Professional (DSP) in our residential program, you’ll help create a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment where children can grow, thrive, and achieve greater independence.
Your Impact
- Support children with daily routines including hygiene, meals, dressing, and medication.
- Create a positive, structured environment that encourages communication, play, and skill-building.
- Use behavior support strategies to promote emotional regulation and reduce challenging behavior.
- Partner with clinical, educational, and healthcare teams to support individualized treatment plans.
- Provide transportation and community integration support for outings, appointments, and school transitions.
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Valid and current U.S. driver’s license with at least 1 year of licensed driving experience.
- Patience, compassion, and the ability to support children with diverse communication and behavioral needs.
- Experience with children or individuals with special needs preferred.
- Competitive Pay: $21.50/hour
- Health Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance with schedules 30 hours
- Education Support: Tuition reimbursement & student loan repayment assistance.
- Retirement Planning: 403B with employer match.
- Career Growth: Paid training, certification programs, and advancement pathways.
- Well-Being Resources: Access our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for 24/7 support.
- Flexibility: Dependent care FSA and additional voluntary benefits.
- Benefits received dependent on number of hours constantly worked
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