Top 339 Direct support professional Jobs in Westford Ma

Residential Counselor (Mental Health Services)
Vinfen —Lawrence, MA
- $22.55 an hour
- Full-time
- Bilingual
- Background check
- Clean driving record
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Residential Counselor (Mental Health Services)
Vinfen —Lawrence, MA
- $22.55 an hour
- Full-time
- Bilingual
- Background check
- Clean driving record
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Residential Counselor (Mental Health Services)
Vinfen —Lawrence, MA
- $22.55 an hour
- Full-time
- Bilingual
- Background check
- Clean driving record
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Direct Support Professional- DSP (Multiple positions and location) Danville NH, Chester NH, Salem NH
Kimi Nichols Center, Inc —Plaistow, NH
- $19 - $22 an hour
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid training
- Mileage reimbursement
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Direct Support Professional #39- 20 hours a week- Milford, NH
Gateways Community Services —Milford, NH
- $20 an hour
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- Vital signs
- Caregiving
- Paid training
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Residential Counselor
The Edinburg Center —Chelmsford, MA
- $20.20 an hour
- Part-time
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Outlook
- Psychiatry
- Disability insurance
- Dental insurance
Direct Support Professional III
Seven Hills Foundation —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
Direct Support Professional 1 (DSP 1)
Bridgewell —Chelmsford, MA
- $20.12 - $20.72 an hour
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- Applied behavior analysis
- Microsoft Excel
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Direct Support Professional II
Seven Hills Foundation —Tyngsboro, MA
- $17.50 - $24.50 an hour
- Part-time
- Mid-level
- Residential
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Direct Support Professional
Shapiro Educational & Behavioral Consultants, LLC —Leominster, MA
- $22 - $35 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Classroom
- 18 years or older
- On-the-job training
- Flexible schedule
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Residential Counselor (Developmental Disabilities)
Vinfen —Lowell, MA
- $21.27 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Clean driving record
- Writing skills
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Direct Support Professional
Independent Services Network, Inc. —Nashua, NH
- Full-time
- Background check
- No experience needed
- High school diploma or GED
- Mileage reimbursement
- Health insurance
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Direct Support Professional 2 (DSP 2)
Bridgewell —Chelmsford, MA
- $20.68 - $21.28 an hour
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- Applied behavior analysis
- Microsoft Excel
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Direct Support Professional 3 (DSP3)
Bridgewell —Littleton, MA
- $21.23 - $21.83 an hour
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- Applied behavior analysis
- Microsoft Excel
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Direct Support Professional
Savens Homecare Services LLC —Lowell, MA
- $19 - $21 an hour
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- BLS Certification
- English
Direct Support Staff - Developmental Services
Advocates —Littleton, MA
- From $18.50 an hour
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- Computer literacy
- Maintenance
- Opportunities for advancement
Direct Support Professional ~ $21/hr
Needs Center —Tewksbury, MA
- $20 - $21 an hour
- Part-time
- Clean driving record
- Residential
- Entry level
- 403(b) matching
- Paid holidays
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Direct Care Relief Staff - Adult
NFI Massachusetts, Inc. —Dracut, MA
- $18 an hour
- Part-time
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Hospital
- Adults
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Direct Support Professional - $20-$21 per hour
Needs Center —Tewksbury, MA
- $20 - $21 an hour
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- No experience needed
- Entry level
- 403(b) matching
- Paid holidays
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Awake Overnight Direct Support Professional 3
Bridgewell —Littleton, MA
- $21.23 - $21.83 an hour
- Overnight shift
- CPR Certification
- Applied behavior analysis
- Microsoft Excel
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Residential Counselor (Mental Health Services)

Vinfen -
Lawrence, MA

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Job Details

Full-time
$22.55 an hour

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED
Van handling
Driver's License

Full Job Description

As an ACCS Residential Counselor, you will provide direct support to people with psychiatric conditions in a residential Group Living Environment designed to foster independence. In your role you will work together with the people we serve, their families, friends, employers, and other support staff to transform their lives by either building independence skills or increasing each person's quality of life.

In this role you will have a range of duties include administrating medication under the Medication Administration Plan (MAP) and assisting people with activities of daily living, such as household chores and cooking. You will also work alongside the Clinical Program Director to implement treatment plans which are recovery-oriented, person-centered, harm-reduction, trauma-informed, culturally competent and strengths-based approaches.

Keywords: group home, direct care, DSP, Direct Support, social services, counseling, social work, psychology, mental illness, mental health, disability, behavioral, rehabilitative, psychiatric, outreach worker, outreach services , human services, nonprofit, crisis, trauma, advocacy, recovery, VinfenRC

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

The essential job duties/responsibilities of the position include but are not limited to the information listed below:

Help orient PS who are new to the residence.
Collaborate with Integrated Team members as needed to address needs of PS. Implement PS Treatment Plan interventions as directed by the by Team LPHA Clinician.
Perform day-to-day assignments as directed by the Program Director.
Use recovery-oriented, person-centered, harm-reduction, trauma-informed, culturally competent and strengths-based approaches with PS.
Adhere to safety, maintenance, Human Rights and other operational policies and procedures.
Comply with physical site licensing standards and regulations.
Store, administer, document and dispose of PS medication consistent with Medication Administration Program (MAP) requirements, funding source regulations and company policy, if applicable. Ensure program compliance with Vinfen MAP protocols. Teach PS medication management.
Create opportunities for PS to participate in the smooth operation of the residence, including participating in meal preparation, physical site maintenance, etc.
Encourage social interaction between residents and help create a collaborative environment where PS, family, friends, and others important in the lives of PS are welcome, respected and valued. Serve as a resource for neighbors.
Help PS prepare meals.
Act as an advocate for PS.
Participate in trainings; attend supervision and staff meetings as requested.
Assist with the orientation of new staff.
Complete all required documentation.
Contribute to program’s quality improvement goals and objectives.
Help PS use crisis intervention techniques when necessary. Access on-call back up when needed.
Support the provision of evidence-based practices and best practices to PS, including Motivational Interviewing; Harm Reduction; Housing First; Stages of Change; Wellness Recovery Action Plans (WRAP); Seeking Safety and Cognitive Behavioral interventions.
Complete incident documentation as needed.
Perform physical site maintenance activities following maintenance schedule
Perform other related duties, as assigned.

A high school diploma or equivalent is required. Associate's degree in a human services discipline preferred.
Prior experience working in a human services setting strongly preferred.
Preference given to bilingual/bicultural applicants and applicants with lived experience of psychiatric conditions.
Must be a least 21 years of age and have held a valid US driver's license for at least 6 months and should be able to pass a CORI, driving record, employment reference check as well as a multi-state background check.
Must be able to become CPR and First Aid certified within two weeks of hire and become MAP certified within 150 days of hire.

Knowledge and Skills:

Strong commitment to the right and ability of PS to live, work, have meaningful relationships and receive the resources and supports needed in their community of choice
Skills and competence to establish supportive trusting relationships with PS, families and neighbors
Sensitivity to the cultural, religious, ethnic, disability and gender issues
Ability to balance competing priorities
Ability to make independent judgments and decisions
Ability to work in a professional and confidential capacity, Knowledge of personal computer applications and equipment

Typical Requirements:

A high school diploma or equivalent is required. Associate’s degree in a human service discipline preferred.
One to two years of job-specific experience in human services field preferred.
Bilingual/bicultural applicants and applicants with lived experience of psychiatric conditions encouraged to apply.

Driving Requirements:

Driving is a requirement for this position using either a Vinfen van or personal vehicle. - If using a personal vehicle, you must possess and maintain adequate insurance as well as maintain a safe driving record which is subject to annual checks. A valid driver's license must be presented at the time of employment. Incumbents must be at least 21 years of age, have maintained a valid US driver's license for at least six months, and must be able to pass a driver's screening background check.

Physical Effort:

Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, climb as this is a very physically active position. Must be able to lift at least 25 pounds using proper lifting techniques or the use of a two-person lift. Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment such as a calculator, copier, and printer. Ability to sit, reach, climb stairs, and maneuver through narrow spaces or hallways. Ability to assist PS with tasks of daily living. Ability to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time as needed. Ability to bend, reach, file, sit, stand, and move around the facility. Ability to speak, hear, and communicate with PS, staff, and external representatives. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Additional Certifications Required:

CPR required within two weeks of hire

First Aid required within two weeks of hire

MAP required within 150 days of hire

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