Top 521 Direct care worker Jobs in Waltham Ma

Direct Care Counselor - TASP Program
Walker, Inc. —Watertown, MA
- $19.36 an hour
- Monday to Friday
- Background check
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Residential
- 401(k)
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Day Program Instructor/Direct Care
Jewish Family & Children's Service, Greater Boston —Waltham, MA
- $20 an hour
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- No experience needed
- Driver's License
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Residential Senior Staff Advocate
Beaverbrook STEP, Inc. —Watertown, MA
- From $23 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Management
- 5 years
- Flexible spending account
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Direct Support Professional - Day Program
The Price Center —Newton, MA
- $20 - $21 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Clean driving record
- Writing skills
- 403(b) matching
- Health savings account
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$20 Direct Care Counselor (2nd Shift Wed-Sat)
Walker, Inc. —Needham, MA
- $21.25 - $22.25 an hour
- Full-time
- Childcare
- High school diploma or GED
- Children
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Direct Care Staff (Relief)
Justice Resource Institute —Waltham, MA
- $19 - $25 an hour
- Part-time
- Writing skills
- Residential
- High school diploma or GED
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Residential Direct Care Professional
Opportunities for Inclusion Inc —Waltham, MA
- $20 - $22 an hour
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- Maintenance
- Residential
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Direct Care Professional
Opportunities for Inclusion Inc —Waltham, MA
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
- Budgeting
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Direct Care Staff– 1st & 2nd Shift Opportunities
FamilyAid —Newton, MA
- $22 an hour
- Full-time
- Spanish
- English
- Residential
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Per Diem/Relief Direct Support Professional - $21.22 an hour!
Walnut Street Center —Medford, MA
- $21.22 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- CPR Certification
- English
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Direct Care Professionals - Residential
The Price Center —Newton, MA
- $20 - $21 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Clean driving record
- Writing skills
- 403(b) matching
- AD&D insurance
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Overnight Residential Counselor
Justice Resource Institute —Lexington, MA
- $19 - $25 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Cooking
- Residential
- High school diploma or GED
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Direct Support Professional - Dedham, MA
Delta Projects, Inc. —Dedham, MA
- $21.23 - $22.58 an hour
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- Residential
- High school diploma or GED
- 403(b) matching
- Mileage reimbursement
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Day Program Specialist - Day time DSP - Dedham, MA
Delta Projects, Inc. —Dedham, MA
- $23.96 - $25.34 an hour
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- Medication administration
- Residential
- 403(b) matching
- Health insurance
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Day Program - Full-Time Community Support Worker (HHA/CNA/DSP) $22.28 an hour
Walnut Street Center —Medford, MA
- $21.22 - $22.28 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- English
- High school diploma or GED
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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3d
Direct Support Professional III
SEVEN HILLS FOUNDATION INC —Waltham, MA
- $25 - $27 an hour
- Part-time
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
12d
Direct Support Professional
NORTH SUFFOLK COMMUNITY SERVICES INC —Waltham, MA
- $20 - $22 an hour
- Part-time
- Childcare
- CPR Certification
- Residential
- 403(b) matching
- Paid holidays
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Direct Care Worker
Cornerstone Caregiving —Needham, MA
- $19.50 - $36.00 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Travel
- Communication skills
- Travel reimbursement
- Flexible schedule
9d
Congregate Residential Counselor-FT
The Home for Little Wanderers, Inc. —Waltham, MA
- Weekends as needed
- Computer literacy
- Residential
- High school diploma or GED
- 403(b) matching
- AD&D insurance
Direct Support Professional
NuPath Inc —Woburn, MA
- $20.25 - $22.06 an hour
- Part-time
- 1 year
- CNA
- Entry level
- 403(b) matching
- Health insurance

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Direct Care Counselor - TASP Program

Walker, Inc. -
Watertown, MA

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Job Details

Per diem
$19.36 an hour

Benefits

401(k)

Qualifications

Interpersonal skills
High school diploma or GED
Driver's License
Bachelor's degree
Working with students
Personal transportation assistance
Childcare medication administration

Full Job Description

About Walker

Since 1961, Walker Therapeutic & Educational Programs has been a trusted partner for children, youth, and families, navigating some of life’s most difficult challenges. Based in Needham, our mission is to nurture hope, build strengths, and develop lifelong skills in partnership with the children, youth, families, and communities we serve. We provide comprehensive, trauma-informed residential, educational, and clinical services to children and youth with complex social-emotional, behavioral, and learning needs, while supporting their families every step of the way. Through three specialized divisions—Residential & Educational Programs, Behavioral Health & Community-Based Services, and Walker Solutions—we deliver relationship-based care and capacity-building that makes a lasting difference. Today, we serve children, youth, and families from more than 150 communities across Massachusetts.

Make a Difference Every Day—and Gain Skills You Can Use for Life

As a Direct Care Counselor in Walker’s Therapeutic After School Program (TASP), you will work with for the Department of Mental Health-enrolled youth, aged 6-13, in need of therapeutic, educational and recreational programming that supports youths’ social-emotional development and skill‑building. Organize and facilitate activities and groups that are youth-guided, family-driven, and culturally competent, and support the ongoing operations of a structured, therapeutic milieu.

Essential Functions

Work collaboratively with the Walker TASP Program Director and Clinician to develop and implement therapeutic, educational, recreational, and developmentally appropriate programming for enrolled youth.
Review and integrate youth’s Individual Support Plans (ISPs) and Individual Action Plans (IAPs) to ensure all programming supports youths’ identified goals.
Design, plan, and facilitate daily activities and group sessions (up to 8 youth), along with occasional family events, snacks, and special programming.
Provide supportive counseling and coping/stress‑reduction skill development and assist students in applying these strategies throughout program hours.
Document youth attendance, participation, and progress in both Walker’s electronic health record, as required.
Maintain communication with families regarding youth attendance, participation, progress, and any concerns that arise.
Transport youth safely to and from the after‑school program using a program van or personal vehicle.
Participate in supervision and staff meetings according to schedule and expectations.
Ensure high‑quality programming and youth support.
Additional duties as assigned.

Skills and Abilities

Valid Massachusetts driver’s license and reliable transportation required, including the ability to travel to community-based meetings and to transport clients and families to appointments, trainings, groups, and other program-related activities.
Proof of auto insurance that demonstrates coverage levels that meet the organization’s minimum requirements.
Must have the ability to access different community locations for meetings including regularly attending meetings and trainings at Walker’s Needham location.
Ability to meet deadlines and follow through with multiple projects simultaneously.
Ability to respond to and follow through with requests professionally.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Must be able to sit at work station for prolonged periods of time, consistent with OSHA requirements.
Ability to perform required function of Medication Administration Program (MAP) and must pass and maintain MAP certification.
Ability to perform required functions of Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) and must pass and maintain TCI certification.
Ability to pass and maintain First Aid/CPR certification.
Physical stamina to participate in activities with children
Ability to stand, walk, and run for extended periods, perform frequent bending, stooping, stretching, lifting (up to 10 lbs.), sitting, stairs, typing, and looking at a computer screen
Strong written and verbal communication skills and computer experience is required

Schedule:

Varies; program operates 10-6 Monday – Friday with milieu hours typically 3-6

Qualifications

Education and Certifications

Required:

High School diploma or GED required
MAP Certification (must complete within 90 days of start date if not currently certified)

Preferred:

Bachelors Degree in related field

Experience

Required:

Experience working in a residential setting required, preferred supervisory experience in a residential setting

Preferred

1-3 years of previous experience working in a similar setting preferred

Other Requirements:

Obtain Elementary Education and Care (EEC) background check suitability
Must have reliable transportation
Valid MA driver’s license preferred

Supervisor: TASP Program Director

Equal Opportunity Statement

Walker is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon an individual's race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, national guard or reserve unit obligations, participation in discrimination complaint-related activities, or membership in any category protected by federal or state law.

Pay: $19.36 per hour

Benefits:

401(k)

Application Question(s):

Can you work either:

Schedule 1: Monday-Wednesday (1:00pm-6:00pm) OR
Schedule 2: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday (1:30pm-6:00pm)

Are you able to complete a mandatory 2-week orientation (Monday-Friday 9:00am-5:00pm) on our Needham, MA campus prior to beginning your regular work schedule?
This position requires a valid MA driver's license to drive clients. Can you confirm that you meet this requirement?

Ability to Commute:

Watertown, MA (Required)

Work Location: In person

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